Medical Assistant

Reports To:

Nursing Supervisor Position:

The Medical Assistant is responsible for patient flow by directing patients to specific areas and performing certain patient oriented duties. The Medical Assistant provides auxiliary support to all medical office functions. In addition, this person is directly responsible for supply orders & inventory. This individual will assist the physician or RN as required and coordinates patient care.

Primary Functions and Responsibilities:

Directs patients into exam rooms Obtains and records weight and vital signs Obtains and records height and allergies on new patients Performs venipuncture and finger sticks Gives IM and SC injections as directed by MD or Rn Prepares patient for exam or procedures as indicated Calls for test and lab results Fills out appropriate lab requisitions Stocks and maintains clean, safe exam rooms and other patient areas Assists RN in monitoring patients receiving chemotherapy and blood transfusions

Other Responsibilities:

Rotates through Lab on a regular basis Assists at front desk when needed, making appointments, scheduling tests and taking messages Files medical records Records laboratory results Coordinates overall presentation of the office with other staff members Cleaning & stocking kithcen Filling soap dispensers Tossing outdated magazines Watering plants Organizing patient literature Replacing drinking cups in waiting room, restroom and patient rooms Orients new staff members Directs Medical Assistant I's as needed Assists MD and/or RN at satellite offices

Qualifications:

Phlebotomy Certificate through ASPT Experience in oncology based practice Experience in phlebotomy, injections and patient care Knowledge of laboratory operations, including operation of CBC analyzer, preparation of specimens, record keeping and safety compliance

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Experience:

Oncology:

1 year (Preferred)

Phlebotomy:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Phlebotomoy Certificate through ASPT (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Glendora, CA 91741: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person