Medical Assistant Jobs in Houston, PA

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostic, and treatment room responsibilities.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) based on AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting certification, with renewal.
• Act 33 clearance, with renewal.
• Act 34 clearance, with renewal.
• Act 73 FBI clearance, with renewal.

Nice To Haves

• Prior Medical Assistant experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check schedules and organize patient flow efficiently.
• Escort patients to exam and procedure rooms and assist with walking, transfers, dressing, specimen collection, and exam preparation.
• Collect patient information and history, take vital signs, and perform screenings according to provider guidelines.
• Relay instructions to patients and families clearly and compassionately.
• Send and receive patient medical records in compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.
• Prepare patient rooms and set up instruments and equipment according to department protocols.
• Clean exam and procedure rooms and equipment between visits to maintain infection control; perform scheduled cleaning and record-keeping.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, level one labs, and clinic procedures according to policy.
• Answer calls and provide pertinent information and patient education as directed.
• Administer injectable medications and vaccines under physician supervision.