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Medical Assistant
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$42,011 / year median in Maryland
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Job Title:
Medical Assistant Reports To:
Charge Nurse/Executive Director FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Position may be full-time or part-time depending on the candidate
Job Purpose/Nature of Work:
Responsible for providing lab services for all patient services; assisting with various patient exams; researching, ordering, and receiving supply orders for the clinic; assisting front desk team; and performing other duties as assigned.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
⦁ Phlebotomy skills ⦁ Performs opening and closing medical assistant duties ⦁ Provides lab services for all patient services ⦁ Maintains accurate records and documentation in client files, quality assurance records, and control/temperature logs ⦁ Performs routine instrument maintenance and sterilization ⦁ Assists with patient exams ⦁ Orders, receives, and maintains a well-stocked exam room and lab in coordination with the Charge Nurse ⦁ Makes Charge Nurse aware of any customer service issues ⦁ Willing to cross-train to assist with patient registration and front desk operations, telephone operations, visitor management and security compliance, billing, and records management ⦁ Complies with all WHC protocols regarding patient identification and confidentiality ⦁ Works with staff, clients, and others in a professional, cooperative manner and according to all policies of the
WHC Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
⦁ High school diploma or GED ⦁ Medical assisting certification ⦁ Must hold a current Point of Care Technician Maryland license ⦁ Compliance with OSHA regulations regarding Universal Precautions and all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations ⦁ Knowledge and use of electronic medical records ⦁ Background in pregnancy issues, health care issues, and reproductive health
•preferred ⦁ Excellent communication and rapport-building skills ⦁ Strong organizational and time management skills ⦁ Strong teamwork and cooperation skills ⦁ Good computer and keyboarding skills ⦁ Ability to document accurately ⦁ Ability to work and adapt quickly in a high-paced atmosphere ⦁ Ability to work flexible hours including days, evenings, and/or weekends
Physical Requirements:
Sitting:
5 hours per 8 hour shift; alternates frequently to walking and standing
Standing:
1 to 1-1/2 hours per 8 hour shift; alternates frequently to walking and sitting
Walking:
1 to 1-1/2 hours per 8 hour shift; alternates frequently to sitting and standing
Lifting:
Occasionally Climbing:
Rarely Carrying:
Occasionally Reaching:
Frequently Pushing:
Rarely Grasping:
Frequently Bending:
Occasionally Squatting:
Rarely Kneeling:
Rarely Driving:
Occasionally Fine Eye to
Hand Coordination:
Continuously Work Environment:
In-Doors
•99% Out-Doors
•1%
Pay:
$20.00 per hour Expected hours: 24.0
•40.0 per week
Benefits:
Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off
Work Location:
In person