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THE WELLNESS PLAN MEDICAL CENTERS MEDICAL ASSISTANT in DETROIT, Michigan
JOB DUTIES:
- Under direction of providers, assist in examination and treatment of patients: interview patients, take medical histories, measure vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and record information on patients' charts.
- Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
- Prepare and drape patients for exams and treatments, and remain with patients, perform such duties as handling instruments and/or materials as directed, holding instruments and adjusting lights.
- Aid providers with procedures if needed and as directed.
- Chaperon during patient exams conducted by providers who are not the same gender as the patient or as requested of the patient/provider.
- Perform EKG's, draw blood, obtain non-invasive body fluid specimens, and assist with diagnostic tests and clinical procedures in accordance with level of training and departmental procedures.
- Collect and prepare laboratory specimens or perform basic laboratory tests on the premises, dispose of contaminated supplies, and sterilize medical instruments.
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician, authorize drug refills as directed, and telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy.
- Does not start or administer intravenous fluids; however, under supervision, administer approved medications via oral, subcutaneous, intradermal, or intramuscular routes.
- Arrange exam room instruments and equipment and keep waiting and exam rooms neat and clean.
- Clean, sterilize, store, prepare, and issue dressing packs, treatment trays, and other supplies. Inventory and order medical supply and materials.
- Assist provider with follow-up as directed such as, but not limited to, calling for laboratory reports, x-ray results, etc.
- Assist provider as directed to explain treatment procedures to patients and instruct patients about medications and special diets in accordance with level of training and departmental procedures.
- Remove sutures and change dressings at the direction of the provider and in accordance with level of training and departmental procedures.
- Transport patients, using wheelchair or wheeled cart, or assist patients to walk.
- Enter data into computerized systems to maintain office, patient records and appointments. Provide patient advocacy. Schedule appointments, receive money for bills, keep x-ray and other medical records, perform secretarial tasks, and complete insurance forms.
- Conduct patient financial needs/assistance, interview as needed.
MINIMAL REQUIREMENTS:
- High school or GED graduate. Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
- Minimum one (1) year work experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting, including performing phlebotomy and giving injections.
- Familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a medical office.
- Ability to work with a high level of cultural diversity.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, be neat, well groomed and have courteous, pleasant manner.
- Ability to put patients at ease and explain provider's instructions.
- Respect the confidential nature of medical information; maintain strictest confidentiality.
- Have reasonable level of manual dexterity and visual acuity.
- Ability to work as part of health care team.
- Ability to work some evenings and Saturdays on a rotational basis.
- Have valid Michigan driver's license.
DESIRABLE:
Current Medical Assistant certification.
Associates Degree in Medical Assisting.
Experience with inner city, low-income and under-served populations.
Experience with patient and/or community health care educatio