Medical Assistant, Pediatric Primary Care Scott Clinic

FMOLHS•Scott, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, obtains vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients' charts. May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens or swabs obtained for laboratory analysis. Coordinates patient flow, schedules appointments, procedures, tests and referrals. May triage phone calls, "call-in" non-narcotic prescriptions as per provider's direction and frequently communications with patients and their families. Assists with regulatory and compliance needs of the clinic. Works under close supervision of the physician and clinic manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of a Medical Assistant program.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Proficiency in taking vital signs.
Ability to collect blood samples.
Familiarity with medical charting.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work under close supervision.

Nice To Haves

Experience in pediatric primary care.
Knowledge of electronic health records (EHR) systems.
Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Assist in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
Interview patients and obtain vital signs (pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height).
Record patient information on charts.
Draw and collect blood samples from patients.
Prepare specimens or swabs obtained for laboratory analysis.
Coordinate patient flow.
Schedule appointments, procedures, tests, and referrals.
Triage phone calls.
Call-in non-narcotic prescriptions as per provider's direction.
Communicate with patients and their families.
Assist with regulatory and compliance needs of the clinic.