Greater Philadelphia Health Action
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Medical Assistant will prepare patients for psychiatric evaluations, perform clinical procedures such as vital signs, EKG, and lab testing, and maintain a safe clinical environment. Additionally, they will manage administrative tasks including patient registration, telephone system operation, and documentation in the EMR system.
Candidates must possess a Medical Assistant certification (CMA or RMA) and a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED. CPR certification is required, and experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) is preferred.
We know that many in our healthcare community have been affected by recent workforce changes. At GPHA, we are dedicated to creating opportunities where your compassion and skills continue to make an impact. Greater Philadelphia Health Action is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with a commitment to provide compassionate and affordable medical, dental and behavioral healthcare services regardless of an individual’s ability to pay.
Preparing patients for office visits and assisting psychiatrist with baseline UDS data for psychiatric evaluations; Triaging patients, including but not limited to vital signs, blood pressure, weight, and height; Preparing specimens for pick up by Laboratory; Safely administering & document injections; Maintaining required logs; Performs specific procedures and diagnostic testing ordered by the provider; Perform EKG, breathalyzer and point of care testing; Processes all clinical forms as necessary; Performs Lab Quality Control procedures accurately; and, Maintains a safe and orderly lab station and clinical environment.
The Medical Assistant also operates the paging/telephone system as assigned; Greets, and provides direction/information to patients, visitors, guests, and sales representatives professionally and cordially; Attends all mandatory staff development/training sessions and staff meetings; Enters and updates patient's demographic information accurately and timely; and perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
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