Experienced Medical Assistant

We are a friendly team providing primary care services for over 40 years to our community. We offer excellent benefits, generous time off, free health insurance, competitive pay including an additional $150/month (about 85 cents/hour) compensation for bilingual Spanish-English skills and time-and-a-half pay for acute care shifts, and a welcoming and friendly work environment. This position is full-time, in clinic, five days a week with occasional Saturdays. Come join our team of dedicated and compassionate staff!

Principal Duties:

Prepares patients for examinations. Verifies patient information and history as needed. Measures and records vital signs. Assists provider during patient exams/minor surgical procedures; administers and provides medication and immunizations as ordered. Stocks and prepares exam rooms. Selects and lays out medical supplies. Cleans, sterilizes, and calibrates medical equipment as required. Performs tests and studies such as electrocardiograms, audiograms, pulmonary function tests, etc. Collects specimens as required and maintains sample integrity throughout the collection and transfer process. Records and reports patient information in EMR. Handles medication refill requests in accordance with clinic procedure. Dispenses appropriate educational materials to support health maintenance and/or to promote understanding of tests/procedures. Schedules tests and appointments preparing all forms and requisitions as needed by medical care provider. Follows through to ensure lab and x-ray reports are received. Receives and relays those reports to patients after being instructed to do so by reviewing provider. Returns patient phone calls by the end of each business day—or sooner if acuity is high. Performs injections Sterilizes instruments Performs EKGs Administers medications Other duties and projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

2+ years experience as a certified MA 2+ years experience using Epic electronic health record Knowledge of basic medical assisting skills. Knowledge of relevant medical terminology. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of pertinent regulatory requirements including disposal of medical waste and exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Strong attention to detail. Ability to multi-task and prioritize. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions of medical care providers. Ability to work effectively with patients, employees, and allied health professionals. Ability to use time effectively seeking out work from colleagues as time allows. Capacity to respond with patience and understanding during stressful and or emergency situations related to patient health care. CPR certification

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of Epic EHR experience do you have and what job did you obtain that experience at? Do you have a current CMA/RMA?

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person