Medical Assistant

Optimal Care•Hudsonville, MI

6d•$18 - $22•Hybrid

About The Position

Optimal Care is a leading provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice, recognized as a Top Work Place for 12 consecutive years and Great Places to Work certified for 6 consecutive years. As a clinician-owned and operated organization, we empower our team members to provide personalized, compassionate care. Our mission is to Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care. We encourage collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence across all our services, from chronic disease management to end-of-life care, focusing on improving outcomes and enhancing quality of life.

Requirements

High School Graduate or GED equivalent
Clinical experience
Ability to perform phlebotomy, obtain patient vitals, and give injections
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be able to lift at least 35lbs and bear the weight of an average adult effectively
Current and valid driver’s license
Reliable transportation and valid automobile insurance coverage

Nice To Haves

Certificate in Medical Assisting and/or Phlebotomy preferred
Experience with geriatric patients preferred

Responsibilities

Perform routine diagnostic/clinical procedures and tests under the direction of a provider in the field.
Provide data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Ensure the safety of the patient and self by providing a clean, safe working environment.
Check electronic charts for proper documentation necessary for daily visits.
Determine proper follow-up assessments according to patient need and best practice guidelines.
Secure patient signatures on necessary documents and properly document in EMR.
Perform routine inventory of supplies and present list of needed supplies/equipment to supervisor.
Perform and document blood pressure, respirations, temperature, blood glucose levels, pulse oximetry findings, and any other baseline vitals when necessary.
Administer injections, including influenza and pneumonia vaccinations, TB tests, and B12 injections.
Prepare laboratory requisitions and specimens for shipment or pick up.
Clearly communicate directions to patient in a professional and empathetic manner.
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and providers’ instructions to patients, as well as the paperwork at the initial visit.
When in the office, provide back-up assistance for other clerical positions and perform routine office support duties including answering phones, attaching documents, creating new patient packets, and other duties as assigned to assist the needs of the office.