What are the responsibilities and job description for the UrgentCare Medical Assistant (PRN) position at Livingston HealthCare?
JOB SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, the medical assistant assists in the delivery of patient care. The medical assistant works collaboratively with the medical provider to meet patient needs.
Schedule:
- PRN
- Variable Shifts
- 12 Hour Shifts
Compensation:
- $21.20 DOE
- PRN Differential
- Shift Differentials
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares equipment and aids healthcare provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
- Records patients weight, blood pressure, pulse, height and other vital signs.
- Administers ordered immunizations and treatments under direct supervision of a licensed practitioner.
- Oversees registration of patients.
- Cleans surgical supplies in preparation for sterilization offsite.
- Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information as appropriate.
- Responds to and refers incoming phone calls appropriately.
- Performs CLIA waived testing.
- Performs EKGs.
- Obtains blood samples using appropriate venipuncture and/or capillary puncture techniques.
- Instructs patients in the proper collection of urine samples.
- Obtains throat and nasopharyngeal samples.
- Responsible for completion of required educational competencies.
- Responsible for attending mandatory in-service classes.
- Accepts accountability for own actions.
- Actively participates in Performance Improvement.
- BLS certification.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for attending at least 90% of nursing staff meetings.
- Completion of all required educational competencies.
- Attending all mandatory in-service classes.
QUALIFICATIONS (Required):
- Ability to treat all information as confidential.
- Ability to provide exceptional customer service.
- Current BLS certification or successfully obtain within 6 months of hire.
- Must obtain Limited Scope of Practice in Radiology within 1 year of hire.
ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
- Detail oriented.
- Positive attitude and flexibility during routine workday.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Salary : $21
