What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at HASC PERSONNEL SERVICES INC?
The 30 year company, positioned along the Houston Ship Channel, supports the petrochemical and manufacturing industry domestically and internationally. It provides training, occupational medicine, and innovative solutions to industry.
Medical Assistant Role
- Maintains a working knowledge of all equipment, including x-ray machines, medical tools, respirator fit machines, and more.
- Calibrates equipment daily according to manufacturer's requirements.
- Conducts periodic surveys to identify and correct safety and hygiene hazards.
- Completes administrative steps for equipment and verifies information is properly recorded.
- Administers respirator fit tests in compliance with CFR 1910.134 Respiratory Protection Standard.
- Maintains customer relationships by responding to questions and concerns with speed and professionalism.
- Ensures confidentiality of customer data and paperwork at all times.
- Facilitates medical patients' vital signs, triage, room placement, etc.
- Stays up-to-date with relevant safety topics, software, and online training technology.
- Attends and passes certifying courses in NIOSH and CAOCH.
- Strives to maintain flawless personal drug testing procedures.
- Communicates promptly with radiology vendors to ensure quick x-ray reporting.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- At least 5 years of occupational medicine or equivalent experience.
- General organizational skills.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current full unrestricted certification.
- Computer skills, including electronic medical records.
- Must pass job site verification requirements, including background checks and safety examinations.
Requirements
- Customer service skills are required.
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Adaptability to work in varied environments and learn detailed procedures.
- Proven ability to work under pressure and make effective decisions.
Physical Demands
This role requires reading, talking, hearing, standing, walking, sitting, using hands, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment
This job is typically in an office environment with travel as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.
Reporting Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant reports directly to the Manager of Medical Services or clinic location manager.
