Community Healthcare Network is seeking for a Full-Time Medical Assistant II who will be a multi-functional position and is a key member of the health team.
JOB FUNCTION:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Performs/assists in numerous procedures including vital signs (BP, HR, RR, T, HT, & WT), EKG, BMI, vision tests, specimen collections, and venipucture when necessary.
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Provides/assists appropriate medical triage of patients.
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Stocks examination rooms with supplies on a daily basis and as needed.
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Assists providers with procedures and routine examinations in the examination rooms.
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Assists nurses in preparing, completing, and maintaining medical records and reports.
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Performs routine clinical administrative operations including photocopying charts, updating prenatal log book, follow-up on abnormal labs and referrals, calling patients when necessary, mailing letters to patients, and faxing referrals to central office.
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Assists nurses in checking emergency box and refrigerator temperatures.
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Assists nurses with ordering medications, vaccines and medical supplies as needed.
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Performs venipuncture as necessary.
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Provides health counseling to patients, including HIV counseling.
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Coordinates with health care team to facilitate the highest quality of health services for patients.
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Compliance with Infection Control policies and procedures.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR:
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0-2 years of prior Medical Assistant experience required.
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High School Diploma or GED.
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Current Medical Assistant Certificate from a New York State Licensed School.
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Current CPR Certificate or acceptance for a CPR training course within six (6) months of employment.