What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant (Columbus) position at Central Outreach Wellness Center Llc?
- Chart short description of each visit for Provider, or MA visit.
- Obtain Vitals including height, weight, BP, pain level, pulse, and respiratory rate.
- Obtain Labs as ordered, and properly label samples with first initial, last name and birthdate as confirmed with patient.
- Collect samples including urine, throat swab, and rectal swab as ordered.
- Properly log patient information into EKG, and perform EKG successfully.
- Administer and properly chart for vaccines under the guidance of providers, and bill for patient vaccines in EMR system properly.
- Properly chart any given medications in the chief complaint with proper dosage, concentration, administration route and site.
- Assist providers with any medical task as requested.
- Disinfect exam rooms between patient visits.
- Stock all bathrooms and exam rooms with gloves, appointment slips, etc.
- Properly dispose of sharps and bio-hazardous materials, maintain safe environment.
- Answering phones and routing the caller to where they need to go.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned.
- Culturally competent while working, including being gender sensitive and pronoun aware.
- Be able to work with a team of medical assistants, providers, and administrative staff.
- Knowledge of basic computer skills, Excel, Word and how to use Electronic Medical Records.
- Experience with patient centered care.
- Punctuality and impeccable attendance.
- Strong communication skills with both professionals and patients from all demographics.
- Non-judgmental approach to patient care.
- Technical skills with required office equipment.
- Patience and great attention to detail.
- Completely understand the healthcare privacy laws as outlined in HIPAA.
- LGBTQIA cultural competency.
- Ability to work collaboratively in team-based care.
- Ability to adapt to a work environment that is constantly changing and not always structured.
- Ability to work in a fast paced and, at times, excited atmosphere.
- Maintain a professional attitude and demeanor.
- Ability to multi-task.