Medical Assistant - Per Diem - Urgent Care

Virtua Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant prepares patients for examination and assists clinical providers by obtaining and documenting vital signs, medical and social history, and chief complaints. The role performs clinical tasks within the scope of the colleague’s certification and under physician supervision. This is a per-diem, part-time, on-site position in Urgent Care at Virtua Health’s High Street location.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Current Medical Assistant certification or registration.
BLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of similar experience in a medical office is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for exams by obtaining and documenting vital signs and chief complaints, and prepare exam rooms based on the chief complaint.
Perform phlebotomy and obtain specimens for processing.
Administer vaccines and complete required documentation.
Perform diagnostic tests, such as EKG and pulmonary function testing, as directed and under physician supervision.
Screen and direct patient calls according to established protocols.
Contact patients about prescriptions and test results as directed and under physician supervision.
Perform and document required daily regulatory testing to ensure clinical equipment is accurate and compliant.
Maintain clinical supply par levels for the facility.
Perform front desk duties as directed, which may include patient registration, billing, and appointment scheduling.