Medical Assistant - Adult Urgent Care - PRN

Denver Health • Denver, CO

1d • $21 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant works under general supervision to assist providers with back-office duties and provide nursing support in an adult urgent care clinic. The role includes supporting invasive procedures, administering medications, performing appointment and registration scheduling functions, assisting the RN with clinical clerical functions, and helping ensure smooth work and patient flow.

The Medical Assistant gathers vital signs and basic patient history, identifies abnormal findings, and promptly communicates patient concerns or changes in condition to the provider or RN. The role prepares patients and rooms for examinations and procedures; assists with examinations, casts, splints, and minor procedures; administers medications and immunizations; obtains EKGs; and arranges tests, referrals, and follow-up appointments as directed. It also includes documenting in patient records, maintaining confidentiality, coordinating patient-care information, maintaining supplies and equipment, and following safety and infection-control practices. Phlebotomy and laboratory procedures may be performed after competency is verified.

This is a PRN/intermittent position. The listed pay range is $21.00–$26.26 per hour.

Requirements

• Postgraduate diploma or certificate from a clinical Medical Assistant school, or completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program with an active LPN license.
• Completion of a 160-hour externship or six months of direct patient-care experience in an outpatient setting.
• BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Knowledge of medical office practice and examination, diagnostic, and treatment-room procedures.
• Knowledge of and ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for establishing a safe work environment.
• Skill in assisting with a variety of treatments as directed and taking vital signs.
• Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, employees, physicians, and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality-control standards; react calmly and effectively in emergencies; interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures; and communicate clearly.
• Ability to learn and become proficient in electronic health record documentation.
• Ability to use equipment and technology safely to provide patient care after completing applicable training and competency requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and basic historical patient data accurately and efficiently; identify abnormal findings and communicate patient concerns or significant changes to a provider or RN.
• Set up for provider procedures using aseptic and sterile techniques; safely administer medications and immunizations by oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and/or intradermal routes.
• Obtain EKGs, order appropriate tests as directed by the provider, and schedule specialty and follow-up appointments.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist with examinations, cast or splint applications, minor procedures, and other medically related tasks within scope of knowledge.
• Coordinate clerical information needed for patient care, including referrals, appointments, faxing pertinent medical information, maintaining medical records and confidentiality, arranging prescribed tests and treatments, providing routine treatment instructions with a provider or RN, and assisting with test results and patient follow-up.
• Escort patients from reception to exam rooms and communicate information about extended waits or appointment delays.
• Document accurately and appropriately in the patient medical record.
• Report changes in patient condition to the appropriate healthcare provider in a timely manner.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms and maintain clinical and office supplies and equipment, including sterilization and restocking.
• Maintain a safe environment by following agency safety and infection-control policies and procedures and helping identify safety and infection-control issues.
• Participate in performance appraisals, provide and accept constructive feedback, integrate feedback into practice, complete required competency reviews, work toward goals set with the manager, and participate in peer review.
• Perform phlebotomy and laboratory procedures when applicable after competency is verified, and safely collect and process laboratory specimens.

Benefits

• Social Security replacement retirement plan with a 3% employer contribution.
• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes.
• Community resource navigation support.
• Childcare discount programs and discounts or perks on large brands and travel.
• Education and development opportunities, including career pathways and coaching.
• Tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development.
• Loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed