The Medical Assistant supports providers and clinical staff by assisting with patient care activities, clinical procedures, and administrative tasks to ensure safe and high-quality patient care. Key duties include preparing patients, performing point-of-care testing, collecting specimens, and managing documentation in the Electronic Health Record (ECW).
Requirements summary
Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma and graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program, along with required Medical Assistant and BLS Certifications. Candidates must possess excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills, with a strong commitment to patient safety and confidentiality.
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Job description
Position summary
The Medical Assistant supports Providers and clinical staff by assisting with patient care activities, clinical procedures, and administrative tasks to ensure safe, efficient, and high quality patient care.
Essential duties and responsibilities
Clinical Support and Patient Care
Participate in pre visit planning by reviewing patient charts in advance of scheduled appointments, identifying care gaps, and ensuring required labs, screenings, and documentation are prepared.
Greet and prepare patients for visits, including taking and recording vital signs and medical histories.
Prepare and maintain examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and readiness for patient care.
Assist physicians and other licensed providers during examinations and minor procedures.
Perform point of care testing including glucose, urinalysis, A1C, Rapid Flu, Strep, and other testing in accordance with protocols.
Perform and document imaging results, ensuring accurate upload and timely communication of results to providers.
Provide patient support during discharge by reinforcing provider instructions related to follow up appointments, referrals, and ordered labs.
Collect specimens including blood, urine, and swabs following established procedures.
Sterilize medical instruments and equipment and maintain required sterilization and infection control logs.
Follow standard precautions, OSHA requirements, and Department of Health infection prevention standards.
Answer phones, take messages, and route communication appropriately
Documentation and Health Records
Manage patient charts and electronic health records using ECW with accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality
Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational privacy policies
Document clinical activities, test results, and procedures according to organizational and regulatory requirements.
Log and track emergency room referrals in the ER administration log to support quality assurance and follow up.
Teamwork and Professional Conduct
Collaborate with team members to support patient flow and clinic efficiency.
Participate in huddles, meetings, and required trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned to support clinical operations
May be required to work at multiple sites based on operational needs
Status: Union, Non Exempt
May be required to work at multiple locations based on the needs of the organization
Minimum qualifications
1. High School Diploma
2. Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
3. Medical Assistant Certification
4. BLS Certification required
5. Excellent communication, organizational and multitasking skills
6. Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety and confidentiality
7. Bilingual Spanish or Creole preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer
Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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