Medical Assistant
CareWell Urgent Care is seeking a dependable per-diem Medical Assistant for our state-of-the-art urgent care facility in Tewksbury, MA.
Per-Diem Schedule: 3 shifts per month!
Job Summary: Under the supervision of the clinical provider, the Medical Assistant duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, IV/Blood draw, ECG, office diagnostic testing, x-ray prep, assisting with splinting/wound care and assisting in administering medications as directed by physician.
Duties and Responsibilities: Medical Assistant tasks include but are not limited to:
Medical:
- Prepare examination and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.
- Take patient histories and vital signs
- Prepare patient for examination and treatment
- Apply splints and dressings, prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments including sterilization
- Assist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals
- Perform phlebotomy and laboratory paperwork.
- Dispense medication as directed
- Instruct and educate patients about discharge instructions if applicable
- Provide solutions to patient concerns within the scope of position.
- Provide information and assistance as needed.
Clerical Duties:
- Provide accurate and timely documentation to staff, insurance carriers and companies.
- Maintain patient records for clinical use, medical records use, billing use, physicians review, etc.
- Document patient files, records, forms, and other info as necessary.
- Assist with scheduling of test and treatments.
- Screen phone calls for referral to physician.
- Maintain clinical and office supplies and equipment.
- Complete opening and closing procedures.
- Be sure work area appears neat, well stocked, and organized.
Education & Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-5 years MA experience and/or MA, CNA or LNA certification