Enhance patient care and well-being in a dynamic clinical setting. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional medical services. Develop valuable skills in a supportive environment.
Medical Assistant
in Healthcare + Life Sciences PermanentJob Detail
Job Description
Overview
- Provide essential medical support and patient care in a dynamic clinical environment.
- Assist physicians and clinicians in delivering high-quality healthcare services.
- Perform administrative and clinical tasks to ensure efficient operations.
- Engage with patients to promote lifelong well-being and health.
- Prepare patients for examinations and record medical histories accurately.
- Administer medications and vaccinations as directed by licensed providers.
- Conduct routine tests and screenings to support diagnostic processes.
- Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of medical equipment and examination rooms.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient care.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Prepare patients for medical examinations, including taking vital signs.
- Record and update patient medical histories in electronic systems.
- Administer medications and injections under physician supervision.
- Perform routine diagnostic tests and screenings.
- Provide wound care and change dressings as needed.
- Sterilize and maintain medical equipment and examination rooms.
- Counsel patients on medication usage and dietary requirements.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collect phlebotomy samples with precision and care.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Completion of a Medical Assistant training program or certification.
- CPR certification and phlebotomy experience are mandatory.
- Knowledge of medication and vaccine administration is preferred.
- Experience with HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and patient experience metrics is advantageous.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is highly desirable.
- Ability to work on-site and travel locally as required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient care excellence.
- Tuberculosis screening compliance is mandatory for patient-facing roles.
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