On-Site Medical Assistant

Prime Occupational Medicine•Sulphur, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides services at PRIME Occupational Medicine clinics and on-site events. The role supports clients and patients by collecting and documenting medical information, conducting preliminary tests and screenings, assisting with injury care in a PRIME clinic, and performing phlebotomy and injections under the supervision of a licensed healthcare professional. The position also includes administrative duties, maintaining medical records and supplies, and keeping equipment in safe working order. The Medical Assistant may be assigned to various PRIME locations and on-site events, including out-of-state locations, and must be able to travel extensively. The role requires rotating on-call availability and providing services after hours; overtime, weekend, and holiday work may be required. The employee is responsible for preparing and packing supplies for scheduled on-sites and must use a dependable personal vehicle with valid registration, title, and insurance. This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older.
Must be a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) or equivalent.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience working as a Medical Assistant.
Professionalism and confidentiality.
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
Above-average communication skills.
Ability to understand and maintain HIPAA requirements.
Must pass a DISA drug screen and background check.
Valid driver's license as required for the position.
Must have a dependable personal vehicle and active, valid registration, title, and insurance.
Ability to drive over 500 miles weekly when needed.
Reliability, patience, compassion, and punctuality.
Stress management, teamwork, and ability to work independently.
Ability to work quickly and accurately.
Ability to take rotating on-call shifts and provide services after hours.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.
Ability to work at various on-site locations and travel out of state.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 100 pounds.
Ability to use computers, copy machines, keyboards, and standard office equipment; perform repetitive motions and substantial wrist, hand, and finger movements.
Close visual acuity for preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing computer terminals, and extensive reading.
Ability to walk short distances and drive to deliver and pick up materials.
Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely workflow decisions, communicate with employees and visitors, and complete tasks under speed or productivity quotas.

Nice To Haves

TWIC card (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

Provide information, services, and assistance to clients and patients at on-site locations and PRIME clinics.
Maintain medical supplies inventory, notify the manager when supplies need to be ordered, and perform preventive maintenance on medical equipment.
Verify patient information and medical histories by interviewing patients, documenting histories, and confirming the purpose of visits.
Prepare patients for examinations by performing preliminary physical tests and screenings, including drug and alcohol screening, audiograms, EKGs, pulmonary function tests, and respirator fit tests; report patient history summaries.
Assist with injury care at a PRIME clinic.
Perform phlebotomy services and administer injections under the supervision of a licensed healthcare professional.
Secure patient information and maintain confidentiality by completing and safeguarding electronic medical records.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with applicable legal regulations.
Keep equipment operational by following instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and conducting calibration checks.
Participate in educational opportunities and read professional publications to improve job knowledge.
Adhere to professional standards and protect the practice.
Update and file medical records according to facility policies and procedures and applicable state and federal guidelines, regulations, and laws.
Take ownership of assigned duties and contribute value to the organization.
Provide rotating on-call coverage and services at on-site and clinical locations after hours.
Set up and break down on-site operations and pack supplies for scheduled events.
Travel to various on-site locations, including out-of-state locations, and drive when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.