Medical Assistant

Quad/Graphics, Inc.•Sheboygan, WI

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About The Position

QuadMed is looking for a Medical Assistant to join our team in Sheboygan, WI. Join our employer health center with a focus in primary care! Schedule: Full-time GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The Medical Assistant I will be a highly motivated, quality-conscious healthcare worker interested in working in an environment where one-on-one time with patients and positive outcomes are the ultimate measurement of success.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of accredited school of medical assisting, or combination of equivalent education and experience.
Minimum One (1) year experience as a Medical Assistant required.
Phlebotomy and lab experience required.
Experience working in a Primary Care setting required.
Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
Medical Assistant certification through AAMA, AMT, NHA or NCCT. Certification through another accredited association will need review/approval.
Skill certification through NIOSH or CAOHC
Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team approach to health care delivery.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral/written).
Proven ability to work effectively with diverse populations and a demonstrated commitment to fostering inclusion.

Nice To Haves

Experience working front office preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish a plus.
Bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

Measures and records vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, etc.)
Ensures accurate and timely documentation into the EMR; i.e.- patient interviews and histories, vital signs, treatments, test results.
Assists medical staff with patient examinations
Uses CPR skills when necessary
Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks, and sterilizes instruments
Provides patients with instructions and other information regarding preparations for the service and necessary registration.
Maintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information and follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.
Participates in development activities and maintains affiliations with medical assistant associations, as applicable.
Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team-based approach to health care delivery
Front office duties including but not limited to reception, patient check-in/check-out, payment collection, and electronic scheduling.
Where permitted, and as directed: May perform routine screening tests
Draws patient blood samples as directed and prepares samples for ordered laboratory analysis, and collection of other ordered lab specimens.
Prepares and administers ordered injectable medications and immunizations
Changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and performs other first aid procedures
Assists patients with the scheduling of internal/external referrals
Certain clients and health centers may require travel
Performs other duties as assigned