Medical Assistant - Wound Care- Full-Time with Benefits

Frederick Health•Frederick, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) performs clinical duties and some administrative functions under the direction of medical group providers. This includes preparing patients for examination, taking and recording vital signs, patient histories, and assisting with various procedures. The role requires effective communication and interpersonal skills, sensitivity to patients of all age categories, and the ability to handle emergency situations with effective telephone and verbal communication. Strong oral and writing skills are essential, along with the ability to pass all competencies related to Medical Assistant duties. The MA must maintain current knowledge and skills for providing appropriate care to patients from neonate to geriatric, possess excellent customer relations skills, and have keyboard/computer proficiency. Frederick Health values diversity and encourages multi-lingual applicants. CPR certification is required within 90 days of employment.

Requirements

Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills towards patients of different age categories
Models sensitivity to patients, including effective telephone and verbal communication in emergency situations
Demonstrates effective good oral/writing skills
Must be able to pass all competencies related to Medical Assistant duties
Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients from neonate to geriatric
Must possess excellent customer relations skills avoiding antagonism, conflicts and undue anxiety
Must possess keyboard/computer skills
CPR certification required within 90 days of employment