Medical Assistant - Silver Spring, United States - Community Clinic

Description

CCI Health Services'mission is to deliver high quality, accessible care to our community members, leading the way to a more equitable health care system for everyone.

Position Summary We are looking for Medical Assistant to perform clinical and administrative tasks for both Pediatric and Adult patients under the direct supervision of a licensed physician.

The MAwill assist with patient preparation for exams, minor office procedures, and with the examination and education of patients.

The MA supports other members of the clinical team by assuring optimal patient flow, managing a variable and unpredictable patient volume throughout the workday.

Key Functions & Responsibilities + Greet patients and family members in a courteousmanner. + Screen patients and document information accurately in patient'schart. + Escort patients to treatment room, preparing patient with clearinstructions. + Prepare patients for examination and perform routine screeningtests. + Measure and record vitalsigns. + Assist with medicalprocedures. + Perform Phlebotomy, EKG, and collection of labspecimens. + Educate patients and family members concerning the visit and proceduresperformed. + Provide all proper discharge and follow up instructions topatients. + Perform outreach calls to patients and specialty offices asrequested. + Check electronic outbox of providers and address urgentissues.

+ Complete EHR data entry + Adhere to all safety protocols including standard precautions, transmission-based precautions, and other infection controlpolicies.

Minimum Qualifications + High School graduate, or equivalent. + 1 year experience is preferred; not required. + Must have current MA Certificate from an accredited school. + Current BLS/CPR certification required. + Ability to maintain quality, safety, and / or infection control standards.

+ Knowledge of methods, procedures and protocols, including federal, state and local laws + handling and disposal of hazardous biochemical waste products.

+ Communication skills (including appropriate medical terminology) + Ability to use good reasoning and judgment to react calmly in emergencysituations.

+ Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experiencepreferred.

+ Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred Why Work at CCI? + Extensive benefits plan + Generous PTO Plan + 403B Retirement Plan + Employer matchup to 4% + Tuition Reimbursement + Continuing education assistance; can be used toward obtaining certifications, renewal of certifications, or possible conference attendance.

+ Our providers are insured for malpractice under the Federal Tort Claims Act.

CCI HealthServices is an Equal Opportunity Employer Founded in 1972, CCI Health Services is a diverse and inclusive workplace grounded in community.

Located in the Washington, DC Metro Area, each year CCI cares for more than 60,000 individuals in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties.

As a non-profit, CCI is committed to improving health equity through the provision of affordable primary care for all, across all stages of life.

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