Medical Assistant
As a Medical Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting healthcare professionals, ensuring the smooth operation of medical facilities, and providing quality patient care. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of clinical and administrative tasks to contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the healthcare team.
Responsibilities
1. Patient Care:
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Escort and prepare patients for examination or treatment.
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Record vital signs, medical history, and other relevant information.
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Assist healthcare providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
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Administer medications under the direction of a physician.
2. Administrative Duties:
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Schedule and coordinate patient appointments.
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Manage patient records and ensure accurate documentation.
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Handle billing, coding, and insurance-related tasks.
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Answer phone calls, respond to inquiries, and provide information to patients.
3. Clinical Procedures:
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Perform basic laboratory tests and procedures.
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Prepare and maintain medical instruments and equipment.
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Assist in minor surgical procedures and wound care.
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Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
4. Communication:
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Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
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Relay important information between patients and physicians.
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Provide clear instructions to patients regarding medications and treatments.
5. Compliance and Regulations:
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Ensure adherence to healthcare regulations and compliance standards.
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Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
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Stay informed about updates in medical procedures and guidelines.
6. Team Collaboration:
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Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
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Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions.
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Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
7. Equipment and Supplies Management:
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Order, organize, and maintain medical supplies.
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Ensure that medical equipment is properly sterilized and functioning.
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Report any equipment malfunctions or deficiencies.
8. Professional Development:
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Stay updated on medical advancements and attend relevant training sessions.
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Pursue continuing education opportunities to enhance skills.
Qualifications and Skills
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Must be a graduate of a medical assistant program.
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Must be a Certified Medical Assistant.
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Must be certified, and continue to remain certified, to perform CPR.
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Excellent patient care skills.
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Verbal and written skills necessary to communicate clearly and professionally with coworkers, patients, insurance companies and physician office personnel.
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Visual acuity, color vision, hearing acuity, and tactile sensation are necessary to perform physical assessment of the patient including the ability to perform the following: obtain vital signs; respond to patient reports and requests; describe wounds, drainages, lesions, etc.; read labels, gauges, dials and equipment alarms; perceive changes in skin color; identify medications and solutions; and, administer medications and injections.
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Physical skills: must possess the degree of total body strength and flexibility necessary to assist patients with transfers and mobility. Must be able to stretch, reach, and retrieve equipment and supplies.
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Ability to maintain or project a positive image in telephone interactions with patients, coworkers and third parties.
Benefits/Compensation
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Full Time
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Pay Rate is $16.61-$21.31 per hour based on experience.
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First Shift
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Weekly pay while employed through Career Concepts
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Benefits available while employed through Career Concepts
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Temp-To-Hire
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Benefits after Probation period
Location
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Meadville PA 16335
About Career Concepts Staffing Services, Inc.
Career Concepts is the leading locally owned staffing company in Western Pennsylvania and New York, dedicated to connecting top-tier talent with exceptional opportunities. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and ongoing growth, we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled services to our clients and candidates.
