Medical Assistant - Mobile Medical

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Diploma in approved Medical Assisting program required.

• Experience as medical assistant preferred

• Good communication skills.

• Computer literacy.

• Demonstration of the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

• BLS (provided by SCHC within 6 months of hire)

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

• Prepare patients for the physician's care to include performing aseptic procedures, observing/reporting patient taking vital signs and symptoms, collecting lab specimens, and assisting with patient examinations and treatments.

• Update electronic record information (PCP of record) and maintenance of appropriate components of electron medical record.

• Performing venipuncture and non-intravenous injections (must meet competency levels cleared by Nursing Supervisor).

• Measuring for chart growth recording, knowledge of immunizations/recording, assist in minor surgeries, EKG & vision checks.

• Run controls daily for UA machine, hemocult, and glucometer.

• Clean, stock and manage all exam rooms and equipment and supplies.

• Adhere to all safety and infection control policies.

• Conducts chart audits/reviews daily for next day appointments.

• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None