What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at PrimeCare Medical, Inc.?
Description
PrimeCare Medical, Inc. is looking for enthusiastic and hard-working Certified Medical Assistants to work part-time Day shifts available Every other weekend required, in the Medical Department at the Monroe County Correctional Complex in Stroudsburg, PA. The ideal Medical Assistant should be upbeat and maintain a pleasant working attitude when dealing with staff and patients.
Full- time 3p-11p
Part-time 3p-11p
Job Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant will be responsible for a variety of daily tasks and duties including performing the initial intake screening on new receptions, taking vital signs and completing all appropriate intake forms per written protocol. In addition, the Medical Assistant will also be responsible for preparing and maintaining examination and treatment areas for the facility.
Other responsibilities for the Medical Assistant will include:
- Phoning verification of medications and medical information.
- Obtaining lab specimens as ordered by the physician (to include Venipunctures).
- Performing various treatments ordered by a Physician.
- Maintaining medication records.
- Administering tuberculin skin testing on new intakes and on annual follow-ups due on all inmates/patients.
- Typing of various reports, letters and memoranda.
- Answering telephone and process calls.
- Maintaining filing system and confidentiality of information at all times.
- Following universal precautions at all times.
- Maintaining pleasant working attitude.
- Any/all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or delegated
Benefits:
PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, and Vision (Single and Family plans are both available). We also offer Life Insurance and Disability options, Generous PTO, Floating Holidays, 401k with match, and a tuition reimbursement program.
Additional Compensation: In addition to the hourly pay rate PrimeCare Medical also offers Overtime Pay, Shift Differential and Weekend Differential compensation, Premium Holiday Pay, as well as Employee Referral Bonus opportunities.
Requirements:
The Medical Assistant is a fast paced position, and as such, we must have someone who has the ability to multi-task and has a good grasp of patient assessment skills. In addition, the Medical Assistant must also bring some clerical experience and ability to type to the position in order to be considered.
Other requirements for the Medical Assistant include:
- Currently hold a Medical Assistant Certification
- Effective communication skills
- Pleasant telephone manner
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Working knowledge of office equipment and medical equipment
- Working knowledge of medical terminology
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.25 - $22.25 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22
