Medical Assistant I
JCHCC DBA Inclusivcare•Marrero, LA
About The Position
The medical assistant is responsible for performing a variety of tasks to support healthcare professionals in the clinical setting. They are responsible for the delivery of integrative patient care which promotes the safety and well-being of all patients. This role encompasses both administrative duties and clinical responsibilities to ensure effective and efficient patient care.
Requirements
- Formal medical assistant training
- Knowledge of current clinic practices for a medical assistant
- Excellent written and communication skills
- Entry level, novice to one year of medical assistant experience
- Must have or be eligible for a current Medical Assistant Certification
- Must have completed Medical Assistant training in an accredited Medical Assistant program with phlebotomy being a part of the program
- Computer skills
- Ability to read, speak, and comprehend written documents fluently
- Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
- Must be a Medical Assistant
- All candidates will be required to submit to a criminal background check and screening as part of pre-employment.
Responsibilities
- Answer phones and greet patients in a professional manner.
- Schedule patient appointments.
- Maintain patient records and ensure confidentiality.
- Prepare patients for the healthcare provider. Document patient histories and patient vital signs.
- Assist healthcare providers during examinations and procedures.
- Draw and collect blood samples from patients.
- Perform basic laboratory tests and prepare specimens for analysis.
- Follow-up with patients regarding testing and appointments.
- Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
- Perform daily testing on equipment as delegated.
- Ensure a clean and safe environment for patients; keep patients’ exam rooms stocked and orderly.
- Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment.
- Perform sterilization and infection control activities as required by the organization.
- Cross train with administrative patient support staff.
- Perform JCAHO and OSHA related duties as assigned.
- Other job duties as assigned by Clinical Site Manager.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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