Medical Assistant - Part Time

Integrity Care Group•Hearne, TX

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists the provider with patient examinations and treatment in accordance with established standards and practices and as directed by the clinic provider. The role maintains patient confidentiality and may include front office responsibilities or other clinic duties as needed. This is a safety-sensitive position, and duties may change at any time with or without notice. The Medical Assistant greets and escorts patients, supports efficient patient flow, obtains histories and vital signs, prepares patients and examination rooms, assists with procedures, administers medications and treatments under provider orders, performs diagnostic and laboratory tests, processes specimens, and completes patient charts. The role also supports occupational medicine protocols, referrals and follow-up appointments, equipment and supply management, registration, and clerical work. The position may involve exposure to patients and infectious or contagious diseases, unpredictable situations and interruptions, occasional irregular hours, and pressure in a fast-paced environment. It may require wearing protective equipment, handling emergencies, and lifting, carrying, or pushing equipment or patients. The employee must be able to escort or transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher and lift 15–20 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current BLS certification, which must be obtained and maintained.
PC skills or applicable computer experience.
Ability to accurately read and write medical terminology.
Ability to work all shifts.
Ability to escort or transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher.
Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Able to see with corrective eyewear and hear clearly with assistance.
Able to handle emergency or crisis situations and wear protective equipment as necessary.
Ability to lift 15–20 pounds.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, lifting, carrying, pushing, and traveling.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Medical Assistant course completion certification.
Two years of Medical Assistant experience.

Responsibilities

Greet patients professionally, support efficient patient flow, and escort patients to the discharge counter after treatment.
Obtain patient histories, assess or triage patients, measure vital signs, and record information in patient charts.
Explain treatment procedures and prepare patients and examination rooms for provider examinations.
Position instruments and equipment and hand them to the provider when directed; clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use.
Administer injections, medications, eye and ear irrigations, and enemas; dress or bandage wounds and incisions; draw blood; and assist with procedures as directed by the provider.
Perform diagnostic tests, including eye exams, electrocardiographs, and tests or procedures using defibrillators, cardiac monitors, oxygen equipment, pulse oximeters, peak-flow equipment, and inhalation-treatment equipment.
Perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests and collect, label, and process specimens for send-out.
Perform occupational medicine protocols using proper techniques and guidelines.
Prepare specimens for pickup and shipment to the appropriate laboratory.
Prepare and administer medications correctly, use patient identifiers before administration, and document administration in required logs.
Remove sutures or staples and change sterile and non-sterile dressings.
Perform basic x-rays or assist the Radiology Technician with x-ray setup when applicable.
Complete medical charts, including services rendered, test results, and supplies used.
Perform patient callbacks, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments.
Monitor disposable inventory and order medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
Perform quality checks to ensure medical equipment is in good working order.
Assist with registration and perform clerical duties as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.