Medical Assistant

Exer Urgent Care•Orange, CA

5h•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a Physician. The position is center-based in a clinical setting and involves patient intake, clinical support, maintaining records, and preparing and sterilizing examination and treatment rooms. The Medical Assistant is expected to communicate effectively, contribute as a dependable team member, complete goals with focus, and adhere to standards of business conduct and compliance. The work environment has a moderate noise level and potential exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens.

Requirements

Medical Assistant experience.
CPT I certification.
Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs, and IM injections.
Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on one's feet.
Neat and professional appearance.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

Interview patients; measure and record vital signs, including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, in patient charts.
Prepare treatment and examination rooms, including preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
Drape and position patients, instruments, and equipment for examinations and procedures.
Hand instruments and materials to the doctor as directed.
Clean and sterilize instruments.
Inventory and order medical supplies and materials.
Give injections or treatments and perform routine laboratory tests.
Enter data into the computer to maintain office and patient records.
Assist doctors with charting.
Audit charts and review CPT and ICD-9 coding.
Perform venipunctures, EKGs, vital-sign measurements, blood draws, and injections.
Prepare patients for examination and treatment and assist during minor office procedures.
Perform prescription refills, faxing, and filing.