Medical Assistant (part-time)

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring for a part-time Medical Assistant for a Pediatric clinic in Dorchester, MA.

Schedule: Monday/Wednesday and Thursday 5pm-9pm or 4pm-9pm.
*Potential for hours to increase in the future but no guarantees
Pay: $26/hr

MUST have at least 1+ years of MA experience - The evening MA is typically the only one on shift so they need someone who can work independently
MUST be available for all days listed above

SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Nurse Manager and under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, the Medical/Nursing Assistant performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients. These include routine patient care activities, preparatory functions for patients and providers, and other routine and/or related duties that medical assistants are trained to perform.

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews medical records and provider schedules prior to clinical sessions
• Prepares patients and examination rooms for provider visit
• Greets patient, completes appropriate screenings and testing, and obtains necessary information from the patient and/or patient’s family
• Performs all tests, procedures, and screenings accurately (ex. Vital signs, POCT Glucose)
• Communicates information clearly, accurately, and professionally to patients and staff
• Follows HIPPA protocol and always maintains patient confidentiality
• Assists providers during examinations and procedures as needed
• Ensures that all lab requisitions are accurately and completely filled out, all specimens are logged appropriately, and specimens requiring immediate transport to the lab are transported properly
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment per Infection Control Manual
• Cleans and maintains utility and supply areas
• Ensures that clinical areas are adequately stocked, maintains an inventory of supplies, stores and rotates supplies per Infection Control Manual, and communicates discrepancies in supplies received to the Nurse Coordinator
• Demonstrates ability to work as a team member; participates in orienting peers
• Attends nursing and organizational staff meetings and participates in quality improvement initiatives
• Identifies educational needs and participates in program offerings
• Complies with all DotHouse Health policies and procedures
• Provides safe, ethical, and culturally competent care
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program or certified nursing assistant program
• Current BLS Certification
• At least 1 year of MA experience
• Must be proficient and have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of patient care clinic, office, and clerical support procedures
• Bilingual preferred

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