Medical Assistant GBMA - Full-time - Days

GBMC HealthCare

134d • $17 - $26

About The Position

Under direct supervision, assists physician in providing direct patient care and evaluation of patients in an office. Performs direct patient care such as phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, wound care, medication administration and vital signs. Maintains supplies and schedules patient appointments.

Requirements

• Education HS, GED, OR Certificate of training from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant Program.
• National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant.
• Successful completion of accredited MA training program through specified colleges or 1 year of MA experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Skill in using techniques for phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, medication administration and taking vital signs.
• Skill in written and oral communication.
• Ability to distinguish normal from abnormal diagnostic results.
• Ability to pass a medication calculation test with an 85% or better prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

• BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care in an office such as taking and recording vital signs.
• Conducts routine diagnostic tests.
• Administers medications.
• Prepares patients for exams.
• Records EKG.
• Maintains examination schedule.
• Evaluates patients for schedule of appropriate preventive or other care such as immunizations, eye exams, PAP smears, pain management, or wound care.
• Responds to patient questions.
• Assists patients with dressing and undressing, getting off and on examination table.
• Chaperones patients as needed during examinations.
• Reviews diagnostic results and reports abnormal results to physician.
• Cleans room as needed between patient exams; maintains cleanliness and order of exam rooms.
• Stocks and orders supplies; sterilizes medical equipment, and performs medical office clerical duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous paid time off.
• Free parking.
• Monthly MTA bus pass subsidy-85% paid by GBMC if applicable.
• Company subsidized onsite fitness and wellness center if applicable.
• Pre-paid tuition to pursue professional development, additional certifications, and degree programs.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401 (a) and 403 (b) retirement savings plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees