Medical Assistant - Full-Time

Rehabilitation Hospital•Honolulu, HI

2d•$21 - $32

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists physicians and other health care practitioners by providing care and support within the scope of practice and training. The role supports high-quality, comprehensive and innovative outpatient rehabilitation services. The Medical Assistant receives and directs patients, visitors and staff; helps prepare patients for physician visits; gathers and records patient information; assists with procedures and treatments; and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Current BLS certification.
Complete competencies and other job-related and REHAB requirements.
Medical Assistant Certificate or Diploma with completion of clinical internship hours, military medical specialist training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A fully qualified RN or LPN may be considered equivalent, including current State of Hawaii RN or LPN licensure or graduation from an RN or LPN school of nursing.
Ability to safely and effectively manage patients’ mobility.
Knowledge of Google’s G Suite.
Basic knowledge of computers and general office procedures.
Ability to use basic clinical instruments.
Maintain proficiency in job knowledge, accountability, communication and interpersonal/relationship-building skills, adaptability and problem solving, decision making, organization, and project management.

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant certification or licensure.
Experience in a health-care-related setting.

Responsibilities

Receive, assist and direct patients, visitors and staff.
Schedule patient appointments, obtain required information and complete required forms.
Arrange outside referrals as needed, including procedures or specialists.
Prepare patients for the physician.
Obtain vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, breathing rate, height and weight.
Accurately take and record patient history and personal information in the patient chart and/or electronic health record, and report pertinent information to the health care practitioner.
Assist with procedures and treatments.
Give patient injections as directed by the physician.
Understand the diversity of patients’ needs and demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide appropriate care.
Maintain confidentiality of information and respect patient and employee rights and confidentiality.
Use sound judgment and ensure patient safety.
Follow organizational and departmental policies and guidelines, the code of conduct, and the REHAB employee handbook.
Perform other duties as assigned.