Medical Assistant - Part Time

Integrity Care Group•Hempstead, TX

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists providers with patient examinations and treatment according to established standards and practices and provider direction. The role protects patient confidentiality and may include front-office responsibilities or other clinic duties as needed. This is a safety-sensitive position; duties and responsibilities may change as needed. The Medical Assistant welcomes and escorts patients, supports efficient patient flow, gathers patient history and vital signs, prepares patients and examination rooms, and assists providers with examinations and procedures. The role includes administering provider-ordered medications and treatments, performing diagnostic and waived laboratory tests, collecting and processing specimens, and documenting services and results in medical charts. The Medical Assistant may also perform basic x-rays or assist with x-ray setup, coordinate referrals and follow-up care, manage supplies, check equipment, and assist with registration and clerical duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current BLS certification 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Greet patients courteously, support efficient patient flow, and escort patients to the discharge counter after treatment.
Obtain patient history, assess and 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 provider-ordered injections, medications, eye and ear irrigations, and enemas; dress or bandage wounds and incisions; draw blood; and assist with procedures as directed.
Perform diagnostic tests using eye exam, electrocardiograph, defibrillator, cardiac monitor, oxygen, pulse oximetry, peak flow, and inhalation-treatment equipment.
Perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests and collect, label, and process specimens for send-out.
Perform occupational medicine protocols using appropriate techniques and guidelines.
Prepare specimens for pickup and shipment to the appropriate laboratory.
Prepare and administer medications correctly, verify patient identifiers, and document administration in required logs.
Remove sutures or staples and change sterile and non-sterile dressings.
Perform basic x-rays when applicable or assist a Radiology Technician with x-ray setup.
Complete medical charts with 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 additional clerical duties as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.