Job Description

Medical Assistant

Job Category: Healthcare Support
Requisition Number: MEDIC001022
Full-Time
On-site
Springfield, MA 01103, USA

Reports To:                Clinical Site Manager
Supervi
Salary/Status:            Non-Exempt

Minimum Requirements:

Graduated from accredited school, and High School diploma/G.E.D.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, patients, representatives of outside agencies and the general public.
Professional mannerisms and appearance
Demonstrate proficiency in assessment and delivery of all services to a diverse population
Adult, Infant and Child C.P.R. certification

Responsibilities:

        Patient Prepping:

In accordance established procedures, take and record vital signs including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse and temperature for all visits.
Perform tests, i.e., EKG, vision and audio screening and oxygen saturation as requested.
Prepare exam room and assist with exam as needed
If bilingual, provide assistance to staff in interpretation during visits and phone contact as needed
Perform other duties deemed necessary by Site Manager or Clinical Services Director
Oversee providers schedule and management of patient flow
Maintain confidentiality of all health center information
Schedule patient appointments and follow-up
Comply with H.I.P.P.A. regulations

       Maintenance of lab/work area:

Keep work areas, exam rooms, and lab clean and orderly
Maintain Universal Precautions at all times and follow protocols related to blood/body fluid spills
Order lab and clinic supplies as needed

       Laboratory Assistance:

Review order sheet
Draw, perform and/or collect all lab specimens ensuring specimen integrity
Perform urinalysis, hcg, strep testing , finger stick blood glucose,  hgb and lead testing
Complete correct lab requisition according to insurance/grant
Record completed lab work in lab logs daily
Autoclave and record weekly spore count

      ACO:

Assist with QI projects to improve and maintain quality measures for HRSA, UDS, NCC, ACO and PCMH.

      Physical Requirements:

This position may requires the ability to work at a computer workstation. Requirements include lifting and carrying objects weighing 5-20 pounds on average.
Frequent standing and walking.