Medical Assistant

CRH Americas•Waycross, GA

11d

About The Position

Peachtree Immediate Care is a leading urgent care operator in the state of Gia. Our mission is to provide the perfect patient experience so our patients can “Get in. Get out. Get better”. We have an opening for a Medical Assistant who provides assistance to medical providers in the examination and treatment of patients following established standards and practices. Employees in this role are the liaison between patients and medical providers. We are looking for someone who is caring, courteous and efficient. Individuals in this role need to be detail oriented, have strong interpersonal skills, perform basic medical procedures, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited professional clinical program.
Proof of current Medical Assistant certification preferred or willing to obtain (CMA); license required for LPN, EMT or RT
Ability to work weekday and/or weekend shifts as needed
Ability to work 12-hour shifts as determined by location
Basicputer skills and working kledge of electronic medical records
Strong customer service and problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonalmunication skills

Nice To Haves

Two years of clinical experience preferred
BLS/CPR certification preferred
Occupational Health, X-Ray, and/or IV experience preferred
Ability to escort or transport a patient by wheelchair when appropriate

Responsibilities

Greet patients and assure a smooth and efficient patient flow
Perform clinical intake including but not limited to obtaining patient's medical history, current medications & chiefplaint; obtain vital signs and records information within the electronic medical record
Explain treatment procedures and prepare patient and exam room for examination
Position instruments and equipment and hand to the provider as directed
Clean instruments and equipment after use
Administer medications, dress/bandage wounds, draw blood and assist provider with any procedures
Perform diagnostic tests including eye exams, electrocardiograph, audiogram, peak flow, and other basic nursing functions
Perform CLIA-waived lab tests, draw blood, and create label and process specimens for send-out
Perform both DOT and Non-DOT urine drug screens, using proper chain of custody; ensure preparation for pick-up and shipment to appropriate laboratory (After certification training)
Perform dosage calculations for administering medications
W applicable, perform basic x-rays or assist radiology technologists with x-ray set-up
Complete medical charting to include medical services rendered, test results, and supplies used
Perform patient callbacks, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments
Monitor disposable inventory, medical supplies, and pharmaceuticals
Perform quality checks on medical equipment
Assist in onboarding and training of new staff members if required
Assist front desk staff with patient registration and perform additional clerical duties when needed
Perform additional duties as necessary