Medical Assistant II- OB/GYN

University of Maryland Emergency Medicine•Baltimore, MD

1d•$35,300 - $52,900

About The Position

This position assists physicians and nursing staff in the care of patients within an OB/GYN setting. Duties include performing ancillary testing, monitoring patient flow, assisting with exams, obtaining vital signs, reviewing charts, providing patient education, administering medications, and other clinical and administrative tasks.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited training program (school)
3-5 years of supervised work experience in a medical setting
Medical Assistant certification (such as NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, NHA, AMT, etc.) is required.
Demonstrated skill in venipuncture.
Ability to perform all medical assisting responsibilities under state and faculty guidelines.
CPR certification required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Responsibilities

Assisting physicians and nursing staff in the care of patients
Assisting in performing ancillary testing/services for patients
Assisting with the monitoring of patient flow
Assisting with patient exams
Obtaining vital signs
Reviewing charts prior to delivering care
Providing clear patient education and instructions
Administering medications properly
Assisting with daily/weekly clinical duties (room stocking, cleaning, etc.)
Assisting in creating and filing medical records
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.