What are the responsibilities and job description for the PER DIEM MEDICAL ASSISTANT position at Emergency One Urgent Care?
Emergency One Urgent care has a unique opportunity available for those interested in work as a Medical Assistant. We are looking for someone who is open to some travel, a flexible schedule and learning Occupational Health and Medical Assistant skills.
Requirements
The Medical Assistant will perform skills, per established standards and policies of Emergency One Urgent Care and Occupational Health Center, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, LPN, Medical Assistant, Radiologic Technologist, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant and / or Physician.
Essential Functions :
- Performs all Occupational Health Services including Hearing Tests, Drug screens, phlebotomy, Fit Testing, Pulmonary Functions Tests, Electrocardiogram and Vital signs.
- Obtains and inputs data into EMR; the patient's chief complaint, symptoms, length of symptoms, where the injury occurred, medications, PFSH, medical history, ROS, allergies, etc.
- Obtains vital signs on admission in accordance with present illness and / or accident.
- Recognizes and communicates pertinent observations to physician in a timely fashion.
- Assists with and / or performs skills for which she / he has been prepared for.
- Obtains, handles and labels all specimens appropriately.
- Maintains EMR to accurately reflect observations, interventions, treatments, procedures and patient's response to same.
- Checks each patient room for supplies.
- Obtains pertinent data in regards to physical exams and checks to see that all criteria are met and documented correctly.
- Has knowledge of blood borne pathogens and adheres to universal precaution protocol.
- Perform point of care testing (strep, mono, U / A, HCG, flu, COVID) accurately.
- Relays and receives necessary information to and from involved associations (i.e. lab, radiology, hospital).
- Performs phlebotomy to obtain labs and prepares specimens for lab.
Experience :
Medical Assistant experience is not required. Some health care experience is a plus.
Education :
Medical Assistant Certification is not required. A High School Diploma is required.
Job Type :
Per Diem, schedule varies depending on client needs, 12-hour shifts and 8 hour shifts, includes weekends and travel.
Pay : $17-$19 per hour
Salary Description
17-$19 per hour
Salary : $17 - $19
