Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Medical Assistant, Communication Skills, Electrocardiogram, HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome), High School Diploma, Laboratory Testing, Legal, Medical Assistance, Medical Tests, Medication Administration, Patient Care, Patient History, Patient Registration, Phlebotomy, Wound Care
About the role, and What you'll do
- Perform patient care by taking vitals, patient history and triaging
- Assist with procedures such as incision and drainage, lacerations and wound care
- Administer medications via intradermal, intramuscular and subcutaneous routes, complete ear lavages and run EKGs
- Conduct POC lab testing such as urinalysis, urine pregnancy test, blood glucose testing, monospot, rapid strep and influenza testing, and rapid hiv testing
- Manage the front desk and perform receptionist duties (patient registration, insurance verification, and etc)
- Complete training and become certified with the Department of Transportation to perform Urine Drug Screens and Breath Alcohol Tests
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program (except in those locations(s) permitted by law for exemption with experience, diploma and/or national certification)
- Current BLS certification, willingness to obtain DOT certification
- 1+ years experience as a Medical Assistant preferred
- Phlebotomy experience preferred
- Great communication skills and ability to work in a fast paced environment