Certified Medical Assistant

77 consultants•San Diego, CA

7d•$22 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant helps keep the clinic running smoothly and works with healthcare providers to care for patients. Patients come from different backgrounds and age groups, including babies, children, teenagers, adults, and older adults. The Medical Assistant's job is to support and assist with tasks that the Nurse and Provider assign, following the rules set by the Minnesota Board of Nursing and the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice. The Medical Assistant works closely with the Clinic Supervisor, Clinic Manager, and providers to meet the needs of patients, daily tasks, and the goals of the clinic.

Requirements

Must be a high school graduate or have an equivalent (like a GED)
Must have completed a Medical Assistant program approved by a national organization
Must have previous experience in a clinic
Must have experience with blood draws
Must have passed the x-ray operator exam or be willing to take it depending on the clinic’s needs.
Must be able to manage multiple tasks effectively.
Should know how to use computer software.
Must be able to drive to different local sites, especially for Occupational Medicine.
Must have current BLS Certification

Responsibilities

Preparing patient rooms
Giving shots, vaccines, and medicine as instructed by the provider
Collecting lab samples when needed
Provide phone support
Help patients communicate with their providers
Assist with refilling prescriptions
Perform x-ray duties if qualified
Conduct blood draws
Carry out lab tests at the clinic
Front desk or check-in support
Ordering and organizing supplies
Assisting with prior authorizations for treatments
Keep patient and team member information private and only access it when necessary for their job.
Report any concerns or problems to their supervisor or Corporate Compliance Officer.
Understand and follow all legal and procedural requirements related to their work.