Location: Wilmington,DE, USA
Position: Medical Assistant Job Description: Room patients, this includes but not limited to: escort patients to examination rooms, prepare them for the provider by completing medication reconciliation, obtaining and recording in the electronic medical record system the patient s medical history, chief complaint, assess vitals, complete care gaps and any additional care as needed or requested. Support telehealth visits: similar to rooming patients, the MA will prepare the patient for the provider portion of the visit, this includes identifying the chief complaint, completing a medication reconciliation, addressing care gaps, confirming the patient s pharmacy Prepare exam rooms for patient exams, ensuring that exam rooms are neat, clean, well-stocked and properly prepared. Collect urine, blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing Operate electrocardiogram (EKG) or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests Prepare and administer medications and vaccines as directed by the provider with appropriate written orders Provide education to patients regarding treatment procedures, medications, diets, providers instructions and preparation necessary for diagnostic tests, x-rays and laboratory examinations Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies Perform and document point-of-care equipment testing daily before beginning patient care Keep patients personal health information confidential, discussing it only with other personnel who are involved in the patient s care, treatment or payment of services Maintain infection control checklist Maintain patient records per documentation protocol. Maintain basic life support (BLS) certification and clinical competency Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Successful completion of a medical assistant training program at an accredited institution Must be bilingual-Spanish Basic life support certification Experience using Microsoft Office software and electronic medical record software Availability to work evenings until 9 p.m. and occasional Saturday morning Reliable transportation and ability to travel independently between sites Preferred: Some advanced training/college courses in Allied Health, Science, Medical Assisting, or other healthcare-related field Medical Assistant certification by a national organization accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) completed within 12 months of hire Completion of an interpreter training course, certification by the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters or certification by the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters Please reference Job number: 145743 Additional Information All Medical Personnel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. About Us: All Medical Personnel is a national leader in healthcare staffing recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) as one of the nation's largest healthcare staffing firms. Our goal is to simplify the process with a flexible and personalized approach. Our clients range from local, regional and national healthcare organizations throughout the United States. Learn more about us at allmedical.com. Your Voice Matters: Help Us Improve