Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant AFC Urgent Care Paramus, NJ Job Details Part-time | Per diem From $20 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Medication administration Patient monitoring Attention to detail Patient interaction Medical assisting Working with adult populations Full Job Description

• Looking to hire a Medical Assistant preferably with 2+ years of pertinent experience for

WEEKENDS ONLY SUMMARY OF ROLE

The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing general nursing care to patients in an outpatient clinic setting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

include but are not limited to:

• Prepare examination rooms and sterilize instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
• Evaluate patients by taking their temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal standards.
• Ensure patient immunizations are appropriate, well documented and administered using approved nursing techniques.
• Prepare equipment and assist the physician during the examination and treatment of patient.
• Draw blood from patient observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood samples as directed.
• Perform laboratory tests according to written instructions. Ensure all ordered tests are performed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collect specimen from the patient utilizing the approved equipment, sequence and procedure.
• Explain prescribed procedures and treatments to patients.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
• Observe patient, record significant conditions and reactions, and notify supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
• Respond to all lab messages and call back requests; share responsibility of call back sheets.
• Respond to all patient messages; documenting conversations in electronic medical records system, assist with any patient discharging duties and share responsibility of call back sheets.
• Perform all drug screening procedures in accordance with established rules and regulations.
• Conduct physician referrals as well as service pre-certifications on an as needed basis.
• Document nursing history and physical assessment of patients.
• Respond to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.
• Rotate among various clinical services such as lab, nursing and x-ray.
• Properly start lab equipment daily; Perform maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
• Utilize lab software, as well as any lab equipment according to the proper procedure and instruction. Maintain daily log; document all requests and results of lab work accurately.
• Perform daily quality control and cleaning procedures according to guidelines.
• Order and stock supplies weekly.
• Observe safety and security procedures; promote a safe and pleasant work environment.
• Report potentially unsafe conditions to management.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to learn and utilize Electronic Medical Records system.
• Must be flexible and self-motivated and is dedicated to quality patient care and customer satisfaction.
• Must be able to work in a face paced environment.
• Must be able to work effectively as a team.
• Must project a positive image and have a "Patients First" attitude.
• Must have exceptional interpersonal skills which positively benefit interaction with staff and patients.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and self-control.
• Good comprehension and communication skills, with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through verbal communication.
• Enthusiasm, trustworthiness, personal integrity, and honesty.
• Must be detail oriented, able to plan, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to operate safely in the workplace, with experience in holding peers and direct reports accountable to safety standards.
• Ability to work autonomously and understand when a superior should be involved in decision making.
• Good decision-making skills, with the ability to analyze information, evaluate results, and implement the best solution to solve problems or challenges.
• Self-motivated, with a dedication to keeping up to date technically, and applying new knowledge to your job.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be Certified or Registered Medical Assistant.

Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Paid time off

Work Location:

In person