Travel Medical Assistant (MA) - $1,192 per week in Eloy, AZ

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant Profession: Medical Assistant Specialty: N/A Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Days Hours per Shift: Typically 8 hours Experience: Minimum years of experience not specified License: State certification as a medical assistant required Certifications: National certification required (e.g., CCMA, NCMA, CMA, NRCMA) Must-Have: - Peripheral venipuncture - Medication administration - EKG administration - Diagnostic testing - Cardiopulmonary resuscitation Description: The Certified Medical Assistant performs and assists with a variety of basic patient care activities under the direction of a physician and supervision of a licensed nurse. Conduct peripheral venipuncture to collect blood samples from patients. Prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Assist with the administration of oral medications and via subcutaneous and intramuscular routes, as directed by a licensed nurse. Assist nurses with EKGs and other diagnostic tests and clinical procedures in accordance with level of training and health services policies and procedures. Attend sick call with the physician to see patients. Prepare a list of patients to be examined. Prepare the examining room and equipment. Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and obstructed airway techniques. Dress and bandage wounds. Assist with the immobilization of bone and joint injuries. Provide oxygen therapy. Insert nasal and oral airways as directed by a licensed nurse. Assist with urinary catheterizations. Monitor, record, and report vital signs and patients' conditions as needed. Contact doctors, supervisors, and hospitals as necessary. Utilize proper body mechanics to assist in moving, lifting, carrying, and conveying patients. Control and inventory medication, syringes, and other medical supplies. Keep equipment and work area clean, utilizing appropriate sanitation methods. Document and report activities in accordance with established policies and procedures. Maintain the security and confidentiality of all medical records. Observe and record behavior. Securely store medical unit supplies and equipment or ensure their safe disposal. Prepare and maintain a variety of standard narrative, statistical, and operational records. Review reports and records produced on shifts and process all reports and documents in a timely manner. Prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports as required by policy. Communicate effectively and coherently to administration, staff, patients, and the public. Coordinate the movement of patients for medical treatment. Identify patients reliably through visual means. Engage in functions in confined areas and endure verbal and mental abuse when necessary. Provide medical care which may result in possible exposure to body fluids. Comply with applicable regulations, laws, rules, procedures, and policies. Establish and maintain effective working relations and handle difficult interpersonal contacts. Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Perform basic mathematical calculations and apply concepts to practical situations. Interpret a variety of medical and technical instructions. Remain alert at all times and react quickly and efficiently in emergency situations.