Medical Assistant at Primecare

Easton, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

19.0

Posted On

19 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Intake Screening, Vital Signs, Venipuncture, Tuberculin Skin Testing, Medical Record Maintenance, Patient Assessment, Medical Terminology, Clerical Experience, Typing, Communication Skills, Office Equipment Operation, Medical Equipment Operation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description PrimeCare Medical, Inc. is looking for enthusiastic and hard-working Certified Medical Assistants to work Part time. Every other weekend required, in the Medical Department at the Northampton County Prison in Easton, PA. The ideal Medical Assistant should be upbeat and maintain a pleasant working attitude when dealing with staff and patients. Part Time nightshift - Every other weekend required. Job Responsibilities The Medical Assistant will be responsible for a variety of daily tasks and duties including performing the initial intake screening on new receptions, taking vital signs and completing all appropriate intake forms per written protocol. In addition, the Medical Assistant will also be responsible for preparing and maintaining examination and treatment areas for the facility. Other responsibilities for the Medical Assistant will include: - Phoning verification of medications and medical information. - Obtaining lab specimens as ordered by the physician (to include Venipunctures). - Performing various treatments ordered by a Physician. - Maintaining medication records. - Administering tuberculin skin testing on new intakes and on annual follow-ups due on all inmates/patients. - Typing of various reports, letters and memoranda. - Answering telephone and process calls. - Maintaining filing system and confidentiality of information at all times. - Following universal precautions at all times. - Maintaining pleasant working attitude. - Any/all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or delegated Benefits: PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, and Vision (Single and Family plans are both available). We also offer Life Insurance and Disability options, Generous PTO, Floating Holidays, 401k with match, and a tuition reimbursement program. Additional Compensation: In addition to the hourly pay rate PrimeCare Medical also offers Overtime Pay, Shift Differential and Weekend Differential compensation, Premium Holiday Pay, and Employee Referral Bonus opportunities. Requirements The Medical Assistant is a fast paced position, and as such, we must have someone who has the ability to multi-task and has a good grasp of patient assessment skills. In addition, the Medical Assistant must also bring some clerical experience and ability to type to the position in order to be considered. Other requirements for the Medical Assistant include: Currently hold a Medical Assistant Certification Effective communication skills Pleasant telephone manner Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions Working knowledge of office equipment and medical equipment Working knowledge of medical terminology

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant performs initial intake screenings, takes vital signs, and obtains lab specimens including venipunctures. They are also responsible for maintaining medical records, administering skin tests, and managing treatment areas.