Float Pool Medical Assistant 1

Medical Assistant 1

The Medical Assistant 1 assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, obtains vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients' charts. May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens or swabs obtained for laboratory analysis. Coordinates patient flow, schedules appointments, procedures, tests and referrals. May triage phone calls, "call-in" non-narcotic prescriptions as per provider's direction and frequently communications with patients and their families. Works under close supervision of the physician and clinic manager.

Responsibilities

Patient Care :

• Properly identifies patient by requesting patient name, DOB prior to any patient interactions.
• Ensures confidentiality of protected patient health information by utilizing safe business practices that support HIPAA regulations.
• Completes and documents patient visit notes accurately which may include but not limited to the chief complaint, past medical and surgical history, fmaily history, vital signs, immunizations, allergies, medications, nutrition and health and wellness issues as directed by physician practice and organizational processes.
• Accurately and safely administers and documents waived testing under the direct supervision of physician.
• Prepares, stocks, and cleans exam rooms and maintains supplies and equipment for patient care.
• Prepares and administers medications according to physician / physician assistant orders and organizational policies and procedures.
• Assists the physician with minor surgical procedures and follows appropriate procedures for obtaining, handling and processing specimens and cultures.
• Provides basic clinical care measures to all age groups per clinical skills checklist.

Coordination of Care :

Quality :

Other Duties as Assigned :

Qualifications

Experience - Completion of a medical assistant program or 1 year experience in a clinical capacity

Education - High School diploma or equivalent

Special Skills - Computer literate; skilled in use of Microsoft outlook, electronic health records and other software programs.

BLS Required