Responsible for assisting providers with patient care, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinic services.
Qualifications
Required
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
Preferred
College curriculum.
One year Medical Assistant experience in corresponding setting.
UNIT SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Minden PC, Carson PC, Dayton PC and Urology:
Current State of Nevada Office Laboratory Assistance Licensure or obtain within 6 months of hire
Essential Functions
Performs patient care procedures under supervision of, and in assisting of Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner (i.e. dressing changes, minor procedures, and EKG's).
Escort patient to exam room, obtain medical history, review/update medication list, measure vital signs including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation, temperature, and document all information in patient's EMR.
Prepare and administer medications (topical, oral, injections) as directed by Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner.
Authorize prescription refills (per Physician, Physician Assistant, and Nurse Practitioner) and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
Performs routine lab tests (urinalysis, rapid strep, A1C, etc) and logs accordingly in patient's EMR.
Provides patient education with regards to medications, management of diseases, home treatments and special diets as directed by provider.
Ensure all related reports, labs, and information is available in patient's medical records prior to their appointment.
Maintain supplies, equipment, stocks and sterilizes instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
Triage and process messages, provide feedback, and answers to patient, providers, staff, and pharmacies.