Healthcare

Immediate need for a talented Medical Assistant. This is a 12+ Months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in LMCS-M/H Outpatient, PA (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

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Pay Range: $18 - $21/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

Prepares the environment to assure that all necessary equipment/information is available for effective and efficient care during the visit.

Greets the patient and helps the patients feel prepared for their visit.

Completes vital signs, weight and height, EKGs, eye and hearing exams, as assigned.

Assures that all documentation is correct and complete.

Works with the CRNP to provide comprehensive care.

Maintain medical records using standard filing systems.

Performs inventory control and ordering supplies, as assigned

Initiates and performs rapid HIV test, including consent form.

Completes all necessary paperwork.

Assists with therapeutic procedures.

Prepares and administers medications as ordered.

Collects and preserves bodily fluids, blood, and other specimens.

Performs simple STAT screening tests on collected specimens.

Prepares forms for visit.

Prepares and forwards requests for referrals as assigned which may involve all or some of the following: obtaining health insurance authorization, completing referral form, making referral appointment for patient, coordinating on-site Transportation Services, and notifying patient when referral is complete.

Prepares and forwards request for medication refills as assigned.

Performs a variety of standard lab tests with standing orders from primary care providers (including but not limited to blood sugars, urine dip, etc).

Prepares laboratory specimens to assure the correct information.

Completes all paperwork and forms related to the handling of specimens and document all actions in the patient record.

Records receipt of lab results, tracks results not received, and forwards all results to primary care. By direct order of primary care provider, records test/procedure results in the patient record.

Maintenance of laboratory-related equipment and supplies:

Takes inventory of supplies on a regular basis, order supplies, and store upon their arrival.

Ensures lab equipment properly maintained which includes knowledge of routine handling/usage, storage, and cleansing/sterilization. Have equipment serviced at recommended intervals according to manufacturer's and/or OSHA guidelines.

Assists the primary care providers and clinical nurse in collecting information related to triaging patients.

Consistently practices universal precautions.

Participates in relevant Practice committees.

Performs additional duties related to the responsibilities of the Medical Assistant as directed by supervisor.

Substitutes for Medical Assistants at other practices, when deemed necessary by supervisor.

Supports smooth functioning of practice by completing data entry as assigned.

Receives cross-training as a Medical Receptionist and substitutes for this role at the Practice when deemed necessary by supervisor. This includes scheduling, registration, updating patient records, answering phones and other duties as required.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

High School Diploma/GED

Current Medical Assistant Certification in Commonwealth of PA

Computer Competency with Word Processing

Familiarity with an Electronic Medical Record system

Exemplary organizational skills and ability to prioritize

Ability to function as a team member

Highly responsible and reliable as well as courteous

Unconditional ability to maintain patient confidentiality

Our client is a leading Healthcare organization and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.