Medical Assistant

Company: Suncoast Community Health Centers
Location: Wimauma
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Job Description:

POSITION TITLE: MEDICAL ASSISTANT
FLSA: NON-EXEMPT
REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

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• Diploma in approved Medical Assisting program required.
  
• Phlebotomy experience required
  
• Experience as a medical assistant preferred
  
• Good communication skills.
  
• Computer literacy.
  
• Demonstration of the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
  
• BLS (provided by SCHC within 6 months of hire)
  
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
  
  PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
  
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  • Prepare patients for the physician's care to include performing aseptic procedures, observing/reporting patients taking vital signs and symptoms, collecting lab specimens, and assisting with patient examinations and treatments.
    
  • Update electronic record information (PCP of record) and maintenance of appropriate components of electron medical records.
    
  • Performing venipuncture and non-intravenous injections (must meet competency levels cleared by Nursing Supervisor).
    
  • Measuring for chart growth recording, knowledge of immunizations/recording, assist in minor surgeries, EKG & vision checks.
    
  • Clean, stock and manage all exam rooms and equipment and supplies.
    
  • Adhere to all safety and infection control policies.
    
  • Conducts chart audits/reviews daily for next day appointments.
    
  • Other duties as assigned.
    
    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
    
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    • None
      

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