Medical Assistant
6 days ago
Detroit
Job DescriptionOur client is looking for a Medical Assistant in Detroit for an initial 13-week contract with the likeliness of an extension/direct conversion. We are only interested in candidates who would like to stay long-term. Hourly Pay Rate: $20.00 Shifts vary! Please let me know which shifts you are open to. Job Summary:-Perform initial-response screening following protocols approved by supervising provider. -Escort patient to room and prepares patient for examination, procedure, and treatment. -Obtain vital signs and record in the electronic health record (EHR). -Prepare for, set up and assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments per protocols, policies, and procedures. -Prepare, administer, and document oral, parenteral medications, and immunizations as ordered by the supervising provider, documenting administration following the six rights in the EHR while maintaining accurate medication & immunization records. -Discharge patient providing after visit instructions to patient and/or caregiver as directed by the provider. -Collect and process specimens. -Perform electrocardiography, respiratory and other testing based on department needs. -Perform phlebotomy, including venipuncture and capillary puncture. -Serve as a liaison between patients and medical staff in the event of problems or complaints. -Schedule, coordinate, and monitor appointments. -Function as a health care advocate to meet individual’s needs. -Educate individuals in office policies and procedures. -Maintain examination/treatment rooms, including inventory of supplies and equipment. -Maintain core and applicable specialty competencies as defined by the Henry Ford Health System. -Other duties as assigned within scope of practice. Skills and Experience:-Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills preferred. -Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care preferred. -Ability to problem-solve preferred. -Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills preferred. -EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience preferred.REQUIRED: 2+ years of experience as an MA, BLS certification through AHA, and one of the below; - Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum). OR - Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without completion of a clinical externship but with a minimum one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five (5) years. OR - Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of five (5) year of experience in clinical medical assisting. OR - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). OR - Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years. OR - Military trained personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years Apply today!! #IND1Company DescriptionUsing the best business practices obtained from many years of experience in Business, Law, and Recruiting and Staffing, the Founders at CrossFire Group (“CrossFire”) started in downtown Royal Oak, MI more than a decade ago. With backgrounds in Information Technology (IT) and the Legal Industry, CrossFire began placing by IT and Legal Professionals in contract and direct-hire positions throughout the Midwest. Since our founding, CrossFire has grown into a full-service Human Capital Solutions Organization. We are proud of now providing full services beyond recruiting and staffing. Our portfolio of services includes HR supply chain management, human resources consulting, and many customized Human Resource related services.Using the best business practices obtained from many years of experience in Business, Law, and Recruiting and Staffing, the Founders at CrossFire Group (“CrossFire”) started in downtown Royal Oak, MI more than a decade ago. With backgrounds in Information Technology (IT) and the Legal Industry, CrossFire began placing by IT and Legal Professionals in contract and direct-hire positions throughout the Midwest.\r\n\r\nSince our founding, CrossFire has grown into a full-service Human Capital Solutions Organization. We are proud of now providing full services beyond recruiting and staffing. Our portfolio of services includes HR supply chain management, human resources consulting, and many customized Human Resource related services.