Ft or Pt Medical Assistant - Reading, United States - Reading Pediatric Associates PC

Description

• Organizes and prepares patient visits by reviewing patient charts.
• Prepares exam rooms for the patient encounter; restocks and cleans as necessary.
• Calls patients from the lobby (or via telephone for sick visits) into the exam room in a timely manner.
• Obtains chief complaint, past medical history, vital signs, family history, allergies, screenings and consent forms from patients.
• Administers and analyzes results of developmental and mental health screenings.
• Prepares and administers immunizations.
• Performs Point of Care Testing (POTC) including Urine dips, Hemoglobin, Lead, Strep, COVID, Flu, and RSV testing.
• Ensures CLIA waived testing controls are completed monthly or as needed according to practice procedures and that tests are adequately stocked.
• Assists with the collection and transport of lab samples.
• Performs phlebotomy, if properly trained to do so.
• Assists providers with physical exams, treatments and procedures as necessary.
• Uses proper techniques and procedures for hazardous waste disposal and universal precautions.
• Maintains cleanliness of exam rooms and laboratory areas and prepares these areas for the next patient after they have been used.
• Informs management when supplies are low and participates in weekly stocking and assessing of inventory.
• Checks and records daily refrigerator/freezer temperatures.
• Appropriately documents information in EMR system (EPIC experience preferred).
• Assists with general duties and special projects as needed.
• Assists with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, performing general office duties (i.e. answering phones, texting and communication with patients), patient outreach, scanning and faxing documents.
• Adhere to the general policies and procedures as outlined by the practice.
• Attends monthly office and department meetings.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations.
• Maintains current MA and CPR certification.

• Certified Medical Assistant
• Minimum of High School Diploma/GED
• Current BLS/CPR Certification (preferred)
• At least 3 years of experience working in a pediatric setting (preferred)
• Ability to work as a team player.

• 401 (k)
• 401 (k)

• Dental Insurance
• Free Parking
• Health Insurance
• Paid time off

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

• Pediatrics

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

• Inperson
• Private practice

• High school or equivalent (preferred)

• BLS Certification (preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant