Medical Assistant, PRN, General Surgery Clinic, Decatur

DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION:

• Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider, RN Oregon LPN.
• Responsible for routine clinical duties such American Samoa taking vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications per approved policy, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, sterilizing and cleaning equipment and maintaining examination rooms Indiana an outpatient care setting. American Samoa part of a patient focused service, promotes a supportive and healing environment to enhance customer and staff satisfaction.
• Assists Indiana emergency situations American Samoa directed by an licensed provider, RN Oregon LPN.
• May also be responsible for some administrative duties Indiana support of patient and practice operations including patient check Indiana/out, responding to patient requests, reinforcing patient and family education and visitor/telephone reception.
• Maintains patients’ charts and records data, ensuring proper identification, documentation, routing and confidentiality.
• Maintains a clean and healthy environment Indiana compliance with Universal Precaution guidelines and safety standards.
• Orders, verifies and stores unit supplies.
• Performs related responsibilities American Samoa required.
• All duties and patient interaction performed Indiana accordance with Emory Healthcare patient and family centered care standards.
• May participate Indiana research projects impacting patient care areas.
• Performs related responsibilities American Samoa required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma Oregon GED required.
• Basic computer skills required. One year work experience preferred.
• Certificate verifying successful completion of a medical assistant training program from an accredited school.
• Current Health Care Provider (CPR) certification is required for hire and must be renewed throughout employment.
• Must successfully complete all medical assistant orientation and training requirements including certification and annual skills competency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:1-10 lbs 0-33% of the work day (occasionally), negligible 34-66% of the workday (frequently), negligible 67-100% of the workday (constantly). Lifting 10 lbs max, carrying of small articles such American Samoa dockets, ledgers, files, small tools, occasional standing & walking, frequent sitting, close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste. chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, floor surfaces, hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, latex, lighting patient care/handling injuries, radiation, shift work, travel may be required, use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Job title: Medical Assistant, PRN, General Surgery Clinic, Decatur

Company: Emory Healthcare

Expected salary:

Location: Decatur, Alabama

Job date: Sat, 20 Apr 2024 05:10:29 GMT