Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Tech, or Licensed Practical Nurse - Part Time

Integrity Care Group•Seminole, OK

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists the provider in examining and treating patients according to established standards and practices and as directed by the clinic provider. The employee must maintain patient confidentiality and may assist with other clinic areas, including front-office responsibilities. This safety-sensitive position may involve changing duties and responsibilities as needed. The role includes greeting and escorting patients, supporting patient flow, obtaining histories and vital signs, preparing patients and examination rooms, assisting providers with procedures, administering medications and treatments by provider order, conducting diagnostic and CLIA-waived laboratory tests, processing specimens, completing medical records, arranging follow-up care, monitoring supplies, and checking medical equipment. The position may also involve registration and clerical duties. Working conditions may include exposure to patient elements and infectious or contagious diseases, unpredictable situations and interruptions, occasional irregular hours, and pressure in a fast-paced environment. The position may require wearing protective equipment and lifting, carrying, or pushing equipment or patients. Physical activities include frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, lifting, carrying, pushing, and traveling.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current BLS certification must be obtained and maintained.
PC skills or applicable computer experience.
Ability to accurately read and write medical terminology.
Ability to work all shifts.
Ability to escort or transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher.
Detail-oriented, with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Must be able to see with corrective eyewear and hear clearly with assistance.
Ability to handle emergency or crisis situations.
Ability to wear protective equipment as necessary.
Ability to lift 15–20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
MA course completion certification.
Two years of Medical Assistant experience.

Responsibilities

Greet patients courteously, help ensure smooth and efficient patient flow, and escort patients to the discharge counter after treatment.
Obtain patient histories, assess and triage patients, measure vital signs, and record information in patient charts.
Explain treatment procedures and prepare patients and examination rooms for provider examinations.
Position instruments and equipment and hand them to the provider as directed; clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use.
Administer injections, medications, eye and ear irrigations, and enemas; dress or bandage wounds and incisions; draw blood; and assist with procedures as directed and by provider order only.
Perform diagnostic tests, including eye exams, electrocardiograms, defibrillator and cardiac-monitor procedures, oxygen equipment, pulse oximetry, peak-flow tests, and inhalation treatments.
Perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests; collect, label, and process specimens for send-out; and prepare specimens for pickup and shipment to the appropriate laboratory.
Perform occupational medicine protocols using proper techniques and guidelines.
Prepare and administer medication correctly, verify patient identifiers before administration, and document administration in required logs.
Remove sutures or staples and change sterile and non-sterile dressings.
When applicable, perform basic x-rays or assist the Radiology Technician with x-ray setup.
Complete medical charts with services rendered, test results, and supplies used.
Perform patient callbacks, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments.
Monitor disposable inventory and order medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
Perform quality checks to ensure medical equipment is in good working order.
Assist with registration and perform additional clerical duties when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.