What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant- PRN- Surgical Associates position at Henry Ford Health System?
GENERAL SUMMARY
Department: Surgical Associates
Schedule: PRN to cover gaps in schedule
Location: St. Clair Shores and Macomb, MI
Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
- Assist with treatments ordered by physician as supervised by physician or registered nurse.
- Perform select clinical duties. - Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts.
- Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
- Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
- Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies. Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
- List all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider.
- Transcribe patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications.
CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required . American Heart Association OR American Red Cross accepted
- Medical Assistant obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required . Any issuing authority accepted
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required
- Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital
- Department: Outpatient Surg Clinic
- Shift: Day Job
- Union Code: Not Applicable
