SP – Medical Assistant

Our top-rated organization is looking to add a per diem Medical Assistant our Postoperative Services Unit (PACU).

THIS POSITION DOES NOT OFFER BENEFITS

Certified Medical Assistants (RMA), Licensed Practical Nurses (“LPN”), or Emergency Medical Technicians (“EMT”) are encouraged to apply. YOU MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF YOUR RMA, EMT CERTIFICATION or LPN LICENSE

SCHEDULE: Per diem, as needed, Monday – Friday 8 hour shifts between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 30 minute unpaid meal break

• Maintains smooth and efficient patient flow.
• May perform routine procedures i.e., vital signs, height, weight, visual acuity, urine testing, in accordance with protocols.
• Prepares patients.
• Assists with exams and special procedures.
• Instructs patients as outlined for basic diagnostic procedures/ treatments/specimen collections.
• Refers patients to appropriate physician/nursing staff when special needs are identified.
• Reports pertinent observations to nurse and/or physician.
• Charts activities in the record.
• Participates in implementation of care plans.
• Attends interdisciplinary meetings.
• Prepares rooms and work area for clinics, including stocking of rooms and carts.
• Inventories and orders equipment.
• Checks equipment and reports that which is malfunctioning.
• Answers phone and performs clerical work as needed.

• Performs related duties as required.

• Knowledge of medical assisting practices.
• Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, routines.
• Considerable interpersonal skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment.

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program [CAAHEP or ABHES] and designation as a Certified Medical Assistant [CMA] by AAMA or an equivalent certifying body, or
• A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or

• A Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

• Must possess and maintain American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers. This is the only accepted credential.

• Other CPR/AED credentials may be accepted at hire but incumbents will be required to obtain American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six (6) months of hire and maintain through employment.

• May be exposed to infectious/communicable diseases.

• Exposure to some chemical cleaning agents.

• Subject to long periods of standing.

• Considerable effort may be required in assisting/lifting of patients.

ANNUAL FULLTIME SALARY: $53,914.00 $25.92 HOURLY