Medical Assistant - Digestive Diseases, Westwood
Listed on 2026-02-07
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Healthcare
Medical Assistant
Onsite or Remote
Fully On-Site
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm
Salary Range
: $29.46 - 38.87 Hourly
Employment Type
Duration
Indefinite
Job #
28637
Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesIn this role you will:
- Participate in the patient care in the ambulatory setting.
- Recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms.
- Provide support during life threatening emergencies.
- Perform basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services when conditions regarding supervision, training, specific authorization, and records are met.
- Will provide front desk and back office coverage as needed.
1. A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows
10 hours of training in administering medical by inhalation.
2. Knowledge of normal and abnormal symptomology and life threatening medical problems.
3. Ability to administer CPR.
4. Ability to skillfully administer oral, IM and subcutaneous medications.
5. Ability to perform venipuncture with skill, adhering to all OSHA PPE safety requirements.
6. Ability to obtain accurate vital signs and drug refills.
7. Ability to assist in medical emergencies and office procedures.
8. Ability to use computerized patient care systems.
9. Knowledge of medical terminology.
10. Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, ancillary departments, physicians and co-workers in a courteous and compassionate manner.
11. Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone.
12. Skill to accurately perform an EKG.
13. Ability to assist in orientation of new staff.
14. Ability to order medical and clinical supplies and maintain adequate inventory.
15. Ability to follow proper channels of policies & procedures, communication & work standards.
16. Ability to organize tasks to facilitate smooth work/patient flow.
17. Ability to schedule patient for referrals to specialists.
18. Ability to be flexible in working both back and front office to facilitate smooth workflow.
19. Knowledge and ability to set up and assist physician with any procedures such as, but not limited to audiometry, spirometry, O2 saturation levels, skin tag and mole removals, ear lavage, colposcopies, flexible sigmoidoscopies.
20. Ability to perform accurate quality control and patient sample testing for waived tests.
21. Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling Biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
22. Knowledge of MSDS and emergency treatments.
23. Ability to work overtime in cases of emergency.
24. Ability to be punctual and maintain a satisfactory attendance record.
25. Skill in maintaining a harmonious work atmosphere, practicing excellent customer service.
26. Ability to push, pull or carry 30 lbs or more
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