What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant, Family Medicine position at Grand View Health?
Responsibilities
Grand View Health is looking for a Medical Assistant to join our primary care office to become a valued member of our team.
With a network of medical practices throughout Bucks and Montgomery Counties, Grand View Health functions as an extended family of healthcare advocates who take pride in knowing that we aren’t just making a living; we’re leading our community to a healthier future.
Candidate must have good communication skills, and the desire to make a positive impact on the lives of patients. Must have the ability to multi-task, take initiative to complete job duties in a timely manner, and be responsible.
Medical Assistants perform routine clinical and administrative tasks to keep the office of physicians and other health practitioners running efficiently.
Job Duties Include :
- Assisting clinicians during examinations and other patient related duties to ensure the safety and well being of patients in the practice.
- Patient interviews in a polite and courteous manner.
- Taking accurate vital signs which include, but are not limited to : temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressures, height and weight. Must be able to enter efficiently into the computer system.
- Performing tests such as : EKGs, PFTs, audio tests, vision tests and must set up any other tests requested by the physician.
- Communicating test results to the patient under the direction of the provider as well as answering questions that the patient may have.
- Giving injections and performing venipuncture as needed.
- Spinning blood samples and completing lab paperwork as needed.
- Engages, promotes self care and provides encouragement to the patient.
- Preparing the patient chart prior to the visit which includes ensuring that all test results, hospital records and consult letters are in the record. Identifies any quality gaps and flags them for the provider.
- Assists in the collection of clinical data for Performance Improvement purposes.
- Responsible for keeping accurate, up-to-date record of supplies on hand.
- Screens and redirects telephone calls and walk-in visitors. Coordinates scheduling of appointments.
- Performs CLIA waived quality controls as needed.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience :
High School Diploma / GED And Over 1 year to 3 years Experience as a Medical Assistant or other healthcare professional meeting core competencies of the Medical Assistant profession (vital signs, EKGs, history and medication reconciliation) in a healthcare environment required
Vocational diploma, Certified or Registered Medical Assistant with no Medical Assistant experience
Licenses and Certifications :
Medical Assistant, Upon hire, preferred
Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Upon hire, preferred
Benefits : We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits to part-time and full-time employees including :
