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SUMMARY: Supports clinical medical care practice and provides comprehensive, efficient and safe care of patients. The Medical Assistant will work directly with a provider to perform intake, vitals, phlebotomy, CLIA waived laboratory testing, assist with procedures, documentation in the electronic health record and medication administration including vaccinations. Works directly with providers and under the supervision of an RN or licensed provider.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Greet patients upon entry to health center and respond to patient calls.
Schedule appointments for patients as needed and assist patients with electronic access.
Provide intake including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, waist circumference measurement, height, weight, chief complaint, medication reconciliation and health history.
Prepare patients for exam with provider.
Document data collection in the Electronic Health Record.
Assist the provider and/or other nursing staff with procedures. Works under the supervision of the provider if no licensed nurse is present. Administer medications as ordered by provider.
Keep environment clean and disinfected after each patient use.
Collect and handle laboratory specimens.
Assist in maintaining medical inventory and supplies.
Perform EKG's and other in office patient testing as identified.
Reinforce patient education as directed by provider or RN.
Coordinate and track referrals.
Assist with audits and regulatory functions.
Provide support for offsite clinics as needed.
General
-Reinforces organizational core values and behavioral expectations through modeling, communication, and coaching.
-Provides health center support and guidance to include but not limited to: CareHere policy and procedures and CareHere's mission and philosophy.
-Maintain a clean, neat work environment and present a professional image at all times.
-Treat all CareHere employees, customers, clients, vendors, and candidates with courtesy, respect and dignity.
-Maintains strict confidentiality related to company, client, patient, and employee information.
-Understands and follows safety and security procedures and practices preventative safety procedures as set forth by CareHere.
-Immediately reports all accidents and incidents to the immediate supervisor or Human Resources.
-Uses only equipment trained to use and operates all equipment in a safe manner.
-Travels by car, air or other means as necessary to conduct company business.
-Fully understands and adheres to the systems provided by CareHere to control assets and expenditures.
-Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes.
-Executes all terms and conditions as set forth in the CareHere Employee Handbook.
