Advanced - Medical Assistant - Clinic-Employee Health Service-Children's & Women's Hospital

USA Health - Mobile, AL

Job Title: Advanced - Medical Assistant - Clinic-Employee Health Service-Children's & Women's Hospital

Position: Primary Clinician in a Medical Clinic Setting

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City: Mobile

State: AL

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Job Responsibilities

Coordinate the schedule and patient placement in the clinic based on needs.
Assist with procedures and prepare patients for examinations.
Instruct patients about medication and special diets.
Prepare and administer medication as directed.
Transmit prescriptions as directed.
Take electrocardiograms and perform wound care and dressing changes as needed.
Triaging patients directly or through delegation to other paraprofessional staff.
Take medical histories and explain treatment to patients.
Assist the provider during examinations or in-office procedures.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and/or perform basic laboratory tests.
Prepare and administer medications including intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections as directed by a licensed provider.
Transmit prescription refills as directed.
Perform or delegate administrative duties such as understanding office computer applications and handling correspondence.
Arrange and schedule hospital admissions and referrals to other providers.
Conduct pre-authorization work and obtain appropriate certifications.
Serve as a patient liaison with the providers to explain in detail or repeat physician or provider instructions.
Maintain follow-up with patients or family members who have questions about care.
Transcribe dictation and medical notes as requested.
Set up procedure equipment and assist with in-office procedures under direction of the provider.
Serve as the leader of office operations in the absence of the provider, clinic administrator, or registered nurse.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Patient care experience
Medical Assistant skills
Ability to assist in medical procedures
Strong communication skills

Preferred Skills

Completion of Medical Assistant or related allied health program

Requirements

Experience: Three years of patient care-related experience.

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

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Supplemental Pay

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Special Notes

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis.