Urgent Care Medical Assistant- Part Time

*JOB OBJECTIVE* The Urgent Care Medical Assistant (Medical Assistant) performs clinical and administrative duties in support of medical clinicians in a fast paced Urgent Care environment providing care for urgent, but non-life threatening conditions.
Interprets clinician’s orders in terms understandable to patients of varied educational and cultural backgrounds.
Interacts with a multi-cultural population of diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and ages.
Reports to the Health Center Manager and works under the direct supervision of medical professional staff and Lead Licensed Vocational Nurse.
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES* The Medical Assistant is responsible for performing the following duties:  Escorts patients to exam rooms, measures their vital signs and prepares them for medical clinician.
 Documents patients’ medical history, vital signs and information such as test results in the electronic health records (EHR) system.
 Assists providers during examinations and procedures, including but not limited to splinting, sutures and skin lesion removals, among others.
 Collects blood, urine, tissue or other laboratory specimens as requested by medical clinician and prepares them for testing.
 Completes lab requisitions and prepares specimens for pick-up.
 Prepares and administers medications as directed by medical clinician.
 Translates and explains treatment procedures, medications, diets and medical clinician’s instructions to patients.
 Performs blood draws, administers immunizations and injections.
 Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat, clean and fully stocked.
 Cleans and sterilizes instruments and disposes of any contaminated supplies.
 Changes dressings on wounds.
 Contacts other departments or external medical facilities to schedule patients’ tests and/or admissions (on as-needed basis).
 Performs general office duties such as answering phones and completing forms when necessary.
 Takes inventory and orders medical, lab and office supplies and equipment.
 Maintains logs for recall purposes.
 Performs routine laboratory tests and performs daily testing controls.
 Operates electrocardiogram (EKG), and other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests.
 Adheres to and follows universal precautions.
 Successfully completes six-month and annual skills and competency checklist.
 Adheres to and follows established nursing policies, procedures and practices.
 Maintains a neat and professional image.
 Interacts in a professional manner and works collaboratively with Clinicas’ staff and patients.
 Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
 Provides excellent customer service to patients, vendors and employees.
 May assist patients with mental illness, substance abuse problems and or/emotional disturbance.
 Due to the nature of the job, may work with or be exposed to information or material of a sexual nature.
 Performs other duties as assigned including participation in all safety programs which may include assignment to an emergency response team.
*EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS*  High School diploma or equivalent required.
 Must have received formal training and be certified as a Medical Assistant from an accredited school.
Formal training and certification may be substituted with 1-2 years of work experience.
 Previous experience in an urgent care or emergency department preferred.
 Must know essential medical terminology  Must have completed electrocardiogram (EKG) and phlebotomy coursework, be able to draw blood and administer immunizations and injections.
Phlebotomy certificate is desirable.
 Current CPR certification is required.
 Proficiency with use of computers and programs is required.
Previous experience with Electronic Health Records system is desirable.
 Must be able to communicate professionally and effectively in writing and verbally; accurate spelling and grammar.
 Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
 Must have the ability to establish effective relationships with patients and fellow staff; be a team player, self-motivated and detail oriented.
 Must be available to work a flexible schedule including extended shifts, weekends and/or holidays.
 Must have reliable transportation.
Job Type: Part-time Pay: $20.
00 - $31.
61 per hour Medical specialties: * Urgent Care Schedule: * 10 hour shift * Weekends only Work setting: * In-person Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: * Urgent Care: 1 year (Preferred) Language: * Spanish (Required) License/Certification: * BLS Certification (Required) * Medical Assistant Certifcation (Required) Work Location: In person