MEDICAL ASSISTANT - FLOAT - DURANT
About The Position
The Medical Assistant - Durant, Oklahoma, FLOAT, is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties, which include assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviewing patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), venipuncture, and procedures as directed by the physician within the scope of practice in the State. Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guideline. Prepares treatment rooms for the examination of patients. Assists in covering the front desk as required.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Medical Assistant certificate required or must obtain certification within six (6) months of employment
- Current BLS/CPR certification required
- Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year experience as a Medical Assistant
- Familiarity with medical terminology required
- Experience with patient check-in and check-out process (according to clinic protocol)
- General medical office procedures
- Understand end of day cash balancing and charge reconciliation process (according to clinic protocol)
- Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Must be able to perform courteously and professionally in all interactions
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
Responsibilities
- Assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician
- Interviewing patients
- Measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height)
- Venipuncture
- Procedures as directed by the physician within the scope of practice in the State
- Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guideline
- Prepares treatment rooms for the examination of patients
- Assists in covering the front desk as required
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
