Medical Assistant II, Neurology, Milford, Days, 40 hours

UMass Memorial Health•Milford, MA

23h•$19 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of an appropriate licensed clinician, the Medical Assistant II provides clinical care and performs clerical duties to support office and clinic functions. The employee receives workplace education and training to assist providers and the healthcare team in caring for patients. This position is in Neurology in Milford and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Heart Saver (HS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. If not held at hire, certification must be obtained within three months of hire.
Medical Assistant credential approved by the Massachusetts Department of Health (such as ARMA or NHA).
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds; standing and walking most of the time; and bending frequently.
Hand dexterity, hearing, and vision sufficient to take direction from patients or providers, adjust equipment, and observe and describe patient observations.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to examination rooms and take and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, height, and weight.
Collect and document patient health status and history, and document and monitor patient progress according to standard procedures.
Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, and point-of-care tests according to clinic or office standards.
Prepare, document, and administer non-intravenous injections as directed or required by the office or clinic, within scope of practice.
Assist with routine physical examinations and clinical procedures.
Review laboratory results and promptly bring abnormal results to the attention of physicians and others, as appropriate.
Perform clerical duties that support office and clinic functions.