Medical Assistant - Outpatient
About The Position
Under direct orders given by the MD or APRN, supervises self-administered client medication, depending on the specific clinical program’s protocols. Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks. Provides personal care, as needed (e.g., personal hygiene, toileting, laundry, meal preparation, safe eating techniques) as directed. Provides frequent rounding on clients and address/report client needs to LPN/RN as appropriate. Obtains vital signs, height, and weight for clients on the inpatient unit as directed by the LPN/RN. Performs UDS/HCG testing adhering to CLIA standards. Maintains accurate inventory of medicines and medical supplies. Authorizes drug refills as ordered by the medical provider and telephones/faxes prescriptions to the pharmacy. Schedules outside medical appointments for clients as ordered by the medical provider. Obtains necessary medical information as requested by the medical provider. Maintains current and accurate documentation. Transports clients to clinics and hospitals within walking distance of facility as needed. Administers First Aid and CPR, as needed. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Requirements
- High School or GED
Nice To Haves
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or CMMA)
Responsibilities
- Supervises self-administered client medication under direct orders from MD or APRN.
- Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks.
- Provides personal care as needed (e.g., personal hygiene, toileting, laundry, meal preparation, safe eating techniques).
- Rounds on clients frequently and reports client needs to LPN/RN.
- Obtains vital signs, height, and weight for clients on the inpatient unit.
- Performs UDS/HCG testing adhering to CLIA standards.
- Maintains accurate inventory of medicines and medical supplies.
- Authorizes drug refills and telephones/faxes prescriptions to the pharmacy.
- Schedules outside medical appointments for clients.
- Obtains necessary medical information as requested by the medical provider.
- Maintains current and accurate documentation.
- Transports clients to clinics and hospitals within walking distance.
- Administers First Aid and CPR.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
