Medical Assistant SPRINGFIELD, MA Position Title: Medical Assistant
General Description: Medical Assistants support providers and nurses in
preparing clients for clinic visits and diagnostic testing. They are
also responsible for obtaining accurate results and documenting in the
electronic health record. Reports To: Clinical Site Manager Supervises:
N/A 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 Inspect supplies in exam rooms and supply closet
minimally every quarter and document in log books 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. This position also requires the ability to work at a
computer workstation, and some knowledge of a key board. From time to
time, it also requires the ability to work long and arduous hours. JOB
CODE: 000-0019