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AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing® is Hiring a Medical assistant ma Near Highland, CA
Summary :
Ref # : M-MA-8326739
Profession : Allied Health
Specialty : Medical Assistant (MA)
Job Type : Contract
Open To Travelers : Yes
Facility Type : Correctional
Location : Blythe, California
Start Date : ASAP
Duration : 27 weeks
Schedule : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, 8A-4 : 30P
Rate : $960 / 40-hours
Requirements :
Active Medical Assistant Certificate from a California Department of Consumer Affairs-approved agency for MA practice
At least 12 consecutive months of performing similar services within the last 3 years
BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross (with AED)
Must be proficient in the English Language (Speaking / Writing)
Must be certified by one of the following boards : AAMA / AMT / CCBMA and AMCA
Responsibilities :
The Medical Assistant's role encompasses a range of administrative and clinical responsibilities, including procedures regulated by certification, such as : Administering basic life support in emergencies for patients / youth and staff.
Safely utilizing medical equipment.
Performing intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections, as well as skin tests.
Conducting eye and ear washes.
Administering prescribed medications topically, sublingually, and orally.
Providing basic breathing treatments.
Removing casts, splints, sutures, and external medical devices.
Changing simple dressings.
Collecting blood via capillary and venipuncture methods.
Recording vital signs.
Conducting basic vision tests when required.
Carrying out CLIA-waived point-of-care testing to assess a patient / youth's physical condition.
Demonstrating the use of healthcare appliances (e.g., canes, crutches, braces).
Attending to the physical comfort of patients / youths.
Providing therapeutic interventions for physical / behavioral adaptive skills.
Explaining treatment procedures and medical instructions to patients / youths and staff.
Identifying patients / youths with disabilities for appropriate accommodations.
Safeguarding patients' / youths' personal belongings securely.
Assisting and following provider orders during medical exams and treatments.
Interviewing patients / youths to gather medical information, and preparing them for medical exams
Observing, documenting, and reporting clinical symptoms and behaviors, including medical history, test results, and vitals.
Maintaining medical information confidentiality.
Implementing universal precautions for infection control.
Recognizing and reporting potential security breaches or behaviors indicating incidents.
Scheduling patients / youths, managing medical clinic and office supplies, and assisting staff with utensil counting.