Medical Assistant
THE CLINIC INC, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States
Medical Assistant
Salary Range $21.00 - $24.00 Hourly Job Shift Day
Overview
Under the direction of the Unit Staff Manager the Medical Assistant offers assistance to the providers for necessary patient care services within the scope of the clinic.
Description
Under the direction of the Unit Staff Manager the Medical Assistant offers assistance to the providers for necessary patient care services within the scope of the clinic.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Greets all patients in a professional and friendly manner.
Takes vital signs of patients: height, weight, blood pressure, indicates reason for visit, brief review of medical history and prepares patients for examination by provider.
Obtains records and performs indicated "in-house" lab tests, immunization, hemoccult and any other tests as ordered by a provider. Obtains results for providers when necessary.
Performs Rapid HIV testing.
Performs EKG's as ordered by a provider.
Completes necessary document accurately for all lab work.
Provides assistance to provider during physical examination and/or specialty procedures as needed.
Completes & enters data into patient's records and submits all forms in a timely manner.
Maintains medical unit supplies in laboratory and exam rooms.
Attends and participates in meetings as required.
Other duties as assigned
Education and Qualifications Requirement:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Certification in Medical Assistant
Certification in CPR
Phlebotomy Certification a plus
Minimum one year of Medical Assistant experience
Ability to work with people of diverse cultural, educational, social, and economic backgrounds.
Ability to work independently and a self-starter with minimal supervision
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Computer proficiency
Salary Range $21.00 - $24.00 Hourly Job Shift Day
Overview
Under the direction of the Unit Staff Manager the Medical Assistant offers assistance to the providers for necessary patient care services within the scope of the clinic.
Description
Under the direction of the Unit Staff Manager the Medical Assistant offers assistance to the providers for necessary patient care services within the scope of the clinic.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Greets all patients in a professional and friendly manner.
Takes vital signs of patients: height, weight, blood pressure, indicates reason for visit, brief review of medical history and prepares patients for examination by provider.
Obtains records and performs indicated "in-house" lab tests, immunization, hemoccult and any other tests as ordered by a provider. Obtains results for providers when necessary.
Performs Rapid HIV testing.
Performs EKG's as ordered by a provider.
Completes necessary document accurately for all lab work.
Provides assistance to provider during physical examination and/or specialty procedures as needed.
Completes & enters data into patient's records and submits all forms in a timely manner.
Maintains medical unit supplies in laboratory and exam rooms.
Attends and participates in meetings as required.
Other duties as assigned
Education and Qualifications Requirement:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Certification in Medical Assistant
Certification in CPR
Phlebotomy Certification a plus
Minimum one year of Medical Assistant experience
Ability to work with people of diverse cultural, educational, social, and economic backgrounds.
Ability to work independently and a self-starter with minimal supervision
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Computer proficiency