Medical Assistant II- OB/GYN

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians • Baltimore, MD

8d • Onsite

About The Position

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record. Follows established guidelines to obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the exam. Prepares patient for examination by the health care provider. Performs routine office testing, including but not limited to; phlebotomy, sweat and hydration tests, urinalysis, vision testing, hearing screening, pulmonary function testing, temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures. Obtains necessary patient specimens for diagnostic testing which would indicate the MA should also assist with obtaining cultures from rectums, vagina, anus, stool, wounds, throat biopsy specimens, etc. Administers and documents injections and other medications given. Assists provider with clarification of patient instruction such as, diagnostic test preparation, and medication administration. Exhibits compassion and empathy for all patients and families at all times.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Two to three years medical assisting and medical office experience.
• Medical Assistant certification required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program such as NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, NHA, AMT, etc.
• Demonstrated skill in venipuncture.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record.
• Follows established guidelines to obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the exam.
• Prepares patient for examination by the health care provider.
• Performs routine office testing, including but not limited to; phlebotomy, sweat and hydration tests, urinalysis, vision testing, hearing screening, pulmonary function testing, temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
• Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures.
• Obtains necessary patient specimens for diagnostic testing which would indicate the MA should also assist with obtaining cultures from rectums, vagina, anus, stool, wounds, throat biopsy specimens, etc.
• Administers and documents injections and other medications given.
• Assists provider with clarification of patient instruction such as, diagnostic test preparation, and medication administration.
• Exhibits compassion and empathy for all patients and families at all times.

Benefits

• University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees