Medical Assistant - Part Time

Integrity Care Group•Sanger, TX

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists the provider in examining and treating patients according to established standards and practices, while maintaining patient confidentiality. This flexible, part-time position includes medical receptionist duties and may be scheduled at the front desk or in a clinical setting. Employees may assist in other clinic areas as needed. Duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice. This is a safety-sensitive position. The role involves patient care, clinical and clerical work, and may require lifting, carrying, or pushing equipment or patients. The employee may encounter patient-related elements, infectious or contagious diseases, unpredictable situations, interruptions, irregular hours, and pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must obtain and maintain current BLS certification.
PC skills or applicable computer experience.
Ability to accurately read and write medical terminology.
Ability to work all shifts.
Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to escort or transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher.
Must be able to see with corrective eyewear and hear clearly with assistance.
Ability to handle emergency or crisis situations and wear protective equipment as necessary.
Ability to lift 15–20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Medical Assistant course completion certification.
Two years of Medical Assistant experience.

Responsibilities

Greet patients professionally, help maintain smooth patient flow, and escort patients to the discharge counter after treatment.
Obtain patient history; assess or triage patients; measure vital signs; and record information in patient charts.
Explain treatment procedures and prepare patients and examination rooms for provider examinations.
Position instruments and equipment and hand them to the provider as directed; clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use.
Administer provider-ordered injections and medications, perform eye and ear irrigations and enemas, dress or bandage wounds and incisions, draw blood, and assist with procedures as directed.
Perform diagnostic tests using equipment such as eye exam instruments, electrocardiographs, defibrillators, cardiac monitors, oxygen equipment, pulse oximeters, peak flow devices, and inhalation treatment equipment.
Perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests and collect, label, and process specimens for send-out.
Perform occupational medicine protocols using proper techniques and guidelines.
Prepare specimens for pickup and shipment to the appropriate laboratory.
Prepare and administer medications correctly, verify patient identifiers before administration, and document administration in required logs.
Remove sutures or staples and change sterile and non-sterile dressings.
Perform basic x-rays when applicable or assist the Radiology Technician with x-ray setup.
Complete medical charts, including services rendered, test results, and supplies used.
Perform patient callbacks, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments.
Monitor disposable inventory and order medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
Perform quality checks to ensure medical equipment is in good working order.
Assist with patient registration and perform additional clerical duties as needed.
Escort or transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher and perform other duties as assigned.