Medical Receptionist

Hours:

15-20 hours per week

Pay :

13.50 per hour Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent Certification as Medical Assistant Responsibilities The Medical Assistant (MA), under direction from a Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, or physician, performs routine clinical and clerical functions to assist providers in the delivery of patient centered medical services for assigned departments within the CMU Health faculty group practices Patient care activities are identified and staffed based on clinical operations needs and as directed by the Clinical Practice Coordinator Clinic Environment, requiring delivery of patient care (physical dexterity), application of bio-hazard material handling, minimal lifting (not greater than 10 pounds), extensive computer usage (eye strain) Assists providers and co-workers as part of the health care team Prepares patients for examination by escorting them from the reception area to the exam/treatment room Verifies and documents purpose of visit, vital signs, allergies, administration of medications/tests, medication history, and patient instructions according to current CMU Health standards (i.e.: instruct to undress from waste up and gown when indicated, remove shoes for diabetic foot exam) Prepares, cleans and maintains exam and treatment rooms according to proper infection control standards, Assists with clinic flow to ensure efficiency Seeks out other tasks to assist with patient flow Performs point-of-care laboratory and diagnostic procedures according to protocol Orders, stocks and prepares clinical supplies and equipment as assigned Performs quality controls according to established procedures Performs instrument processing to include cleaning and sterilization of instruments according to protocol, as assigned Administers non-dose dependent medications and injections according to current standards and after successful completion of documented competencies Reviews after Visit Summary instructions with patients prior to check-out Assist with quality improvement projects as requested Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards Answering phone calls and taking messages Collecting copays

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $13.50 per hour

Work Location:

In person