ONSMS is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Certified Medical Assistant is asked to assist with registration of patients for COVID-19 vaccine administration/testing and inform/provide some form of feedback to patients to motivate behavior change to reduce health risks. Proper PPE provided. Note:  This is a temporary position through October, 2021.

Responsibilities:

• Welcomes patients by greeting them, in person or on the telephone; answering or referring inquiries. Assist clinic staff to register individuals for clinic testing
• Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examining room; arranging examining room instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Verifies patient information by interviewing patients; reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.
• Supports patient care delivery by helping health care providers during examinations; preparing laboratory specimens; performing basic laboratory tests on the premises; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; administering medications on the premises; authorizing drug refills as directed; telephoning prescriptions to pharmacies; drawing blood;
• Ability to bend, pull, push, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Clinical Skills, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Health Promotion and Maintenance, Hospital Environment, Procedural Skills, Documentation Skills, Verbal Communication, Inventory Control, Planning, Dependability, Medical Teamwork Certified Medical Assistant
• One year of relevant and/or specialty experience preferred 
• Current Health Certificate
• Current TB