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Medical Assistant Certified Caring Health Center Medical Assistant Certified Springfield, MA Apply Medical Assistant Certified Job Category:

Patient Services Requisition Number:

MEDIC001108

Full-Time Springfield, MA 01103,

USA Minimum Requirements:

High School diploma or G.E.D Graduated from an Accredited Medical Assistant Program CMA or CCMA certified Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients, and representatives of outside agencies Professional demeanor and appearance Demonstrated proficiency in assessing and delivering care to a diverse population Adult, Infant, and Child CPR (BLS) certification Availability to work Monday - Friday between the hours of 8 am - 6 pm, including rotating weekend coverage for Saturday clinic

Responsibilities:

Patient Preparation:

Take and record vital signs (height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature) for all patients according to established protocols Perform tests including EKGs, vision and hearing screenings, and oxygen saturation as requested Prepare exam rooms and assist providers as needed Maintain confidentiality of all patient and health center information Schedule patient appointments and follow-ups Comply with HIPAA regulations Oversee provider schedule and patient flow Perform other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager, Director of Nursing (DON), or Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Maintenance of Lab/Work Area:

Keep work areas, exam rooms, and lab clean and orderly Maintain Universal Precautions at all times and follow protocols related to blood/body fluid spills Order lab and clinic supplies as needed Inspect supplies in exam rooms and the supply closet minimally every quarter and document in log books

Laboratory/Clinical Assistance:

Review the order sheet Administer Vaccines as directed by the Provider Draw, perform, and/or collect all lab specimens, ensuring specimen integrity Perform urinalysis, hCG, strep testing, finger stick blood glucose, hgb, and lead testing Complete the correct lab requisition according to the insurance/grant Record completed lab work in lab logs daily Autoclave and record weekly spore count

ACO:

Assist with QI projects to improve and maintain quality measures for HRSA, UDS, NCC, ACO, and PCMH.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in a busy outpatient clinic environment with direct patient contact. Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting. Involves the use of computers, phones, and other standard medical office equipment. Must be able to respond quickly in urgent or emergent situations. Salary ranges from \$19 - \$25.53 Qualifications Licenses & Certifications Preferred Medical Assistant Program Active Filters Medical Assistant Certified Springfield, MA Clear All Apply