What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Gilbert Pediatrics?
Must have a medical assistant program diploma or certificate to apply. We are looking for a FULL time long term medical assistant to join our team. We have 2 office locations (Mesa and Gilbert). Candidates must be willing to work at both office locations. Candidates must be reliable, have computer skills, be able to work in a fast paced environment, be able to multitask and prioritize. Must have pediatric vaccination knowledge. Pediatric medical assisting experience is preferred but not required. Medical Assisting program graduate required. CPR Certified required. Working schedule is M-F 8am-5pm (exact time ranges). We offer PTO, Health insurance, bonuses, and a retirement plan.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to
- Open exam rooms, clean in the afternoon and as needed at night.
- Stock exam room drawers and cupboards and ensure all supplies are quality dated and not expired.
- Obtains the chief complaint of the patient’s reason for the scheduled visit.
- Accurately enters the patient’s medical information into the EMR, such as immunization records, diagnostic results, correspondence and all other appropriate documents.
- Performs routine vitals, such as height, weight, head circumference, pulse and blood pressures.
- Performs injections and give medications as ordered.
- Conducts in office lab testing such as, rapid strep screens, rapid flu screens, urinalysis, hemoglobin, glucose checks and delivers accurate results to the provider.
- Completes requisitions and follows up with lab and x-ray outcomes as required and makes sure the provider is informed.
- Makes patient phone calls for lab results, tests and prescriptions.
- Conducts in office vision screens, hearing screens, ear irrigations, SVN treatments and oxygen tank.
- Accurately sets up trays and treatment room for procedures and assists the provider as needed.
- Appropriately cleans the area after a procedure and properly dispose of any contaminated supplies.
- Clean and autoclave instruments
- Has knowledge and maintains strict adherence to OSHA protocols.
- Preserve patient confidentiality.
Salary : $17 - $19