Medical Assistant

Glendale AZ

Description

Job Description The Medical Assistant will report to the Center Administrator and will assist in the operations of patient care including: • Interviews patients for medical history. • Obtains vital signs, including: height, weight, blood pressure, pulse and temperature. • Review authorization to ensure correct services are being completed. • Prepare examination rooms for patient care. • Performs routine procedures such as: venipuncture, injections, urinalysis, drug screens, and physicals. • Dispense medication per Doctors orders. • Keep inventory of Medicine and Medical supplies as necessary. • Cleans examination rooms and makes sure rooms are stocked properly. • Dispense Ortho supplies per Doctors orders. • Cleans and sterilizes instruments (Autoclave). • Performs Audio testing and Vision testing using the Snellen chart, Titmus machine and/or Ishihara book. • Cleans examination rooms and makes sure rooms are stocked properly. • Performs Spirometry testing as needed per physical requirements or when requested. • Performs Breath Alcohol testing. • Performs Drug Screens. • Performs Lift testing per company protocols. • Sets up trays for sutures and eye injuries. • Calibrate machines as required: Audio, PFT, BAT, Glucometer. • Assist front office personnel when necessary by filing charts and answering the telephone in a professional manner. • All duties as assigned regarding MBI/ORPT operations and/or needs. Communication Requirements: • Must be able to communicate through written instructions and complete routine written logs and reports. • Must be able to comprehend and follow verbal instructions, as well as respond to audible stimuli. • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with documented disabilities to perform essential functions or comply with communication requirements. Education and/or Experience Requirements: • Current CPR documentation • Current Medical Assistant Certificate