What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Greater Baltimore Medical Center?
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY :
Under direct supervision, assists physician in providing direct patient care and evaluation of patients in an office. Performs direct patient care such as phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, wound care, medication administration and vital signs. Maintains supplies and schedules patient appointments.
Education
HS or GED
Experience
- 1 year experience as a medical assistant or successful completion of GBMA externship program.
- National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant may be substituted for years of experience req.
Skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Skill in using techniques for phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, medication administration and taking vital signs
- Skill in written and oral communication
- Ability to distinguish normal from abnormal diagnostic results
- Ability to pass a medication calculation test with an 85% or better prior to hire
Licensures, Certifications
- Certificate of training from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant
- Heart saver (CPR Certification).
- National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant preferred
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk and stand for up to eighty percent (80%) of work time.
- Push/pull/lift/carry up to 50 lbs
Working Conditions
- Exposure to disinfectant and detergent solutions. Exposure to human specimens
Conditions of Employment
- Ability to various practices, as needed.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs direct patient care in an office such as:
- Takes and records vital signs
- Routine diagnostic tests
- Administers medications
- Prepares patient for exam
- Record EKG
- Maintains examination schedule. Evaluates patients for schedule of appropriate preventive or other care such as immunizations, eye exams, PAP smears, pain management, or wound care.
- Responds to patient questions. Assists patient with dressing and undressing, getting off and on examination table. Chaperones patient as needed during examinations.
- Reviews diagnostic results and reports abnormal results to physician.
- Cleans room as needed between patient exams; maintains cleanliness and order of exam rooms. Stocks and orders supplies; sterilizes medical equipment, and performs medical office clerical duties as assigned.
