Medical Assistant

Company: Aerotek
Location: Durham
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Description:The Medical Assistant I, Certified provides routine clinical and administrative support to providers and other healthcare team members in an outpatient clinic setting. The Medical Assistant I, Certified works under the clinical supervision of the provider for patient care activities, and under the general direction of the designated manager/supervisor for non-clinical responsibilities1. Performs rooming and/or intake process, collecting and data, including vital signs, height, weight, and data related to patient's reason for visit.2. Collects patient and family data, including medical and social history.3. Reviews patient's current medication list, allergies and preferred pharmacy.4. Assists the provider as directed, during treatments, examinations and procedures.5. Collects specimens and performs phlebotomy.6. Administers medications under the direction of a provider.7. Reviews the patient record to determine whether patient requires any routine health screenings.8. Ensures exam/procedure room contains appropriate supplies, equipment, forms and educational materials are available and ready for use during visit/procedure.9. Provides patient with after-visit, follow-up, self-care or procedural instructions and/or educational materials as directed.10. Prepares, cleans, stocks and maintains exam and treatment rooms.11. Cleans and sterilizes instruments.12. Assists with patient registration, check in/check out, appointment scheduling, and scheduling of tests andtreatments, and referrals.13. Answers clinic telephone and assists in-basket under the direction of a provider or nurse.14. Assists in emergency situations as directed by a provider or nurse.Additional Skills & Qualifications:Requires high school diploma or GED.Completion of a Medical Assisting program accredited by either the Commission on Accreditation of Allied HealthEducation Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accreditation Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) is strongly preferredbut not required.Licensure/Certification Requirements:Requires Medical Assistant certification by either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), AmericanMedical Technologists (AMT), National Healthcareer Association (CCMA) or National Center for Competency Testing(NCMA).Must have Basic Life Support Certification from American Heart Association at the time of hire or must be able to obtain within 30 days of hire.Shift1st shift Mon-Fri.Interested candidate can APPLY or call at 919-653-9997 Ext 56045 About Aerotek:We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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