Medical Assistant (PRN)

Patient Plus Urgent Care•New Orleans, LA

110d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports Providers in delivering patient care. Daily activities include triage, taking medical histories, performing point-of-care and phlebotomy testing, and completing other clinical and clerical duties. The role also supports occupational health services, patient records and follow-up, and clinic operations while maintaining patient confidentiality and complying with applicable procedures and regulations.

Requirements

Medical Assistant certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
One year of experience in a Medical Assistant position.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Willingness to attend continuing medical education courses at the employer's request.
Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to provide and evaluate patient care.
Skill in applying and modifying professional nursing principles, methods, and techniques to provide patient care.
Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer care.
Ability to observe pertinent details when reading thermometers, blood pressure devices, and other gauges and when assessing patient condition.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for establishing a safe work environment.
Ability to maintain quality-control standards and interpret tests.
Ability to apply guidelines and procedures as indicated.
Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
Strong positive interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication.
High degree of initiative and organization.

Responsibilities

Perform general and medical assisting duties according to state guidelines.
Record and sign pertinent information in patient charts, and complete documentation for each patient visit.
Triage patients according to Patient Plus standards.
Instruct patients in sample and test collection; collect, label, and forward specimens for laboratory analysis.
Prepare patients and assist Providers with examinations, treatments, and procedures.
Prepare and administer medications and injections after verifying dosage using the six rights of medication.
Observe, record, and report patient conditions and reactions to medications and treatments to Providers.
Prepare examination rooms, sterilize instruments, and clean equipment and rooms according to established procedures and policies.
Follow infection-control procedures, including washing hands before and after each patient contact.
Arrange and instruct patients regarding testing and admissions.
Respond to incoming calls and refer appropriate calls to Providers.
Explain medication and treatment instructions before discharge, distribute patient education materials when applicable, answer patient questions, and escort patients within the clinic when necessary.
Notify patients of test results as directed by a Provider and of required follow-up visits.
Collect drug screens according to DOT guidelines and perform DOT and non-DOT physicals and Breath Alcohol Testing in compliance with current guidelines.
Use the EMR system for Occupational Medicine and Workers' Compensation patients; make timely follow-up calls and maintain compliance with regulating agencies.
Assist with on-site testing as needed.
Stock and rotate supplies and merchandise, assist the front desk when not engaged in patient care or back-office maintenance, and maintain adequate inventories of drugs and medical supplies.
Notify the Clinic Manager or Supervisor when supplies need to be ordered and ensure equipment is calibrated according to applicable regulations.
Participate in continuing education and other appropriate experiences to maintain and enhance professional competence.
Maintain patient confidentiality and discretion, follow office policies and procedures and OSHA and CLIA guidelines, and keep the work area organized and clean.
Work flexibly as a team player and perform other duties as assigned.