Medical Assistant

Patient First•Mechanicsburg, PA

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports patient care and clinic operations by locating patients, obtaining vital signs, triaging and assessing patients, and preparing them for examinations and treatment by physicians and nurses. The role uses the electronic medical record system, communicates patient symptoms and needs to clinical staff, performs assigned laboratory work and phlebotomy, and assists with patient treatment and care. The position also includes preparing and sterilizing instruments, managing and restocking supplies and treatment rooms, maintaining cleanliness and completing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, handling laundry, and operating and maintaining medical and office equipment. The Medical Assistant follows established policies and ancillary guidelines, completes assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks during the shift, attends scheduled meetings and training, and contributes to a professional, friendly, and collaborative environment. The role may require assisting during breaks or mealtimes and working at any center in response to staffing or center emergencies or a reduction in work.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Minimum typing experience.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Ability to hear pages, bells, and the phone system.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, possibly 4 to 7 hours at a time.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician’s office is preferred.

Responsibilities

Locate patients, obtain accurate vital signs using visual and auditory measures, triage patients, assess their medical condition, and prepare them for physicals and treatment by physicians and nurses.
Use the electronic medical record system.
Order laboratory, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify the nurse and/or physician when patients are ready for examination, communicate symptoms, and relay questions about laboratory or x-ray needs.
Assist nurses and physicians with patient treatment and care, and handle their requests respectfully and promptly.
Perform assigned laboratory duties and phlebotomy procedures.
Sterilize and set up instruments.
Receive and store supplies and restock treatment rooms as needed.
Report to the Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of the shift.
Follow ancillary guidelines and established policies and procedures.
Maintain treatment-area cleanliness and complete biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, along with other assigned maintenance tasks.
Wash, dry, fold, and restock laundry; maintain the washing machine and dryer lint trap.
Attend staff meetings scheduled by the Nurse Supervisor or DMS.
Operate, use, and maintain medical and office equipment as trained.
Complete assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift.
Remain available to assist as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted for patient care or center operations.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere, and provide warm, friendly service in all interactions.
Understand and perform other duties as assigned.