Medical Assistant | Medical Office Assistant - Temp to Perm!
6 days ago
New Providence
Job Description JOB PURPOSE: This position performs routine medical assistant functions as well as other required tasks. Under the supervision of the clinical staff, the Medical Assistant will perform venipuncture and finger blood, including drawing, capping, and labeling of blood specimens, as well as performing EKGs. In addition: • Blood draws, • Insurance reverifications, • Handling referrals JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Performs all routine medical assistant functions with consistency, according to policy/best practice and expected service standards, while adhering to the participants’ right for privacy and dignity o Consistently and accurately takes and documents in the EMR participant’s blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, and weight. • Draws blood and collects specimens according to Infection Control protocols, per MD order and consistent with all other established policies/best practices. o Processes specimens according to policy in preparation for pick-up o Identifies specimen correctly o Matches request form with specimen o Appropriately centrifuges specimens if required o Refrigerates specimen according to policy/acceptable practice • Accurately and without delay orders laboratory tests as per physician’s written orders o Tracks test results o Informs physician in writing of canceled lab tests o Schedules Home Draw Labs o Obtains applicable reports on an ongoing basis via software • Consistently tracks lab supply inventory and orders supplies as necessary while at all timed adhering to the approval process, • At all times, fully stocks examination offices with all required medical supplies., • Performs EKGs according to policy/best practice and expected service standards while always adhering to participants’ rights., • Performs routine tests such as dipstick, blood finger stick glucose, and INR according to policy/best practice and expected service standards while always adhering to participants’ rights., • At all times, provides services according to established safety procedures and infection control standards as per OSHA and CLHC Health Services policy and procedure and provides services with due regard for the health, safety, and well-being of the participant., • At all times, maintains strict confidentiality of any/all participant information., • Transports participants via wheelchair or accompanies ambulatory patients within the Pace Center to and from Diagnostic Treatment Center, • Transfers and offers assistance during transferring of participants into and out of wheelchairs, toilets, beds, and other equipment (e.g., Hoyer lift), • Assist participants requiring help with toileting and other ADL care, • Assist MD as requested, including translation and set up of equipment for examination and clean up when necessary, • Understands that they are responsible for seeking feedback, instruction, and/or additional education with regard to any/all aspects of their job responsibilities that are not clear, • Translate as needed, • Assists with customer issues and grievances in a timely, accurate, and courteous manner. This includes working with the other departments to resolve the source of the problem(s)., • Assist with the coordination of follow-up visits and transportation for participants coming into and departing from the medical practice, • Provides coverage for the Front Desk Area as needed, • Performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Certified Medical Assistant program Experience: At least one (1) year of venipuncture experience, preferably with the elderly population Must be computer literate Insurance verification Referral experience License/Registration/Certifications: Medical Assistant Certification - required BLS or CPR certification - required Company DescriptionAbout RSC Healthcare Launched in 2018, RSC Healthcare is an RSC Solutions company created to focus on recruiting and staffing across all positions in the healthcare industry. Our knowledgeable staff brings multiple decades of experience within the healthcare industry to assist clients in attaining the highest quality talent in the marketplace. By leveraging RSC Healthcare’s extensive database and experienced recruiting team for candidate healthcare positions, our clients realize both substantial cost-savings and a streamlined, efficient process. We provide staffing for all levels and positions across your organization, including: Registered Nurses Physical/Occupational Therapists Certified Nursing Assistants Radiology Technicians All skilled medical and allied health professionals As a leader in the healthcare staffing industry, it is our goal is to connect patients with quality caregivers. Our experienced team and industry knowledge allow RSC Healthcare to deliver the qualified healthcare professionals our clients need.About RSC Healthcare\r\n\r\nLaunched in 2018, RSC Healthcare is an RSC Solutions company created to focus on recruiting and staffing across all positions in the healthcare industry. Our knowledgeable staff brings multiple decades of experience within the healthcare industry to assist clients in attaining the highest quality talent in the marketplace.\r\n\r\nBy leveraging RSC Healthcare’s extensive database and experienced recruiting team for candidate healthcare positions, our clients realize both substantial cost-savings and a streamlined, efficient process. We provide staffing for all levels and positions across your organization, including:\r\n\r\nRegistered Nurses\r\nPhysical/Occupational Therapists\r\nCertified Nursing Assistants\r\nRadiology Technicians\r\nAll skilled medical and allied health professionals\r\n\r\nAs a leader in the healthcare staffing industry, it is our goal is to connect patients with quality caregivers. Our experienced team and industry knowledge allow RSC Healthcare to deliver the qualified healthcare professionals our clients need.