Certified Medical Assistant
Experience & Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Completion of a medical assistant program from a vocational, technical or career school
Certified Medical Assistant required
Minimum of three (3) years experience in a health care setting, preferably correctional health care
Maintains BCLS
Required to exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects including the human body.
Required to kneel, stoop, crouch and / or crawl occasionally.
Frequent walking throughout site; to include walking up and down flights of stairs.
Must have and maintain sufficient strength, agility, and endurance to perform during stressful (physical, mental and emotional) situations encountered on the job.
Occasional running when responding to emergencies; must be able to perform BLS.
A background check, security clearance and drug screening are required for this role.
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YesCare is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, Vietnam era veteran, or disabled Veteran status.
EOE including Disability / Protected Veterans.
Responsibilities
Below is a list of your responsibilities as a Medical Assistant with YesCare at (Facility Name) located in (City, State) :
Monitors patient vital signs
Implements orders for diagnostic lab tests according to site policy and The Joint Commission and ACA standards
Maintains inventory of supplies
Assists the RN or LVN as needed in the medical unit within scope of practice
Maintains confidentiality of medical records
Documents in SOAP format all health-related encounters for patients
Records EKGs as directed by nurse
Assists physician with minor procedures
Maintains and cleans medical unit / equipment on a daily basis and as needed
Works in conjunction with the nurse to maintain daily duties required to run the clinic in an organized fashion
Assists with maintaining SENTRY and CorrecTek recordkeeping
Obtains specimens as directed and in accordance to policies and procedures within the scope of practice
Utilizes infection control techniques in a consistent manner
Attends mandatory monthly staff meetings
Collects data for Quality Improvement programs, as assigned
YesCare Benefits (only applicable for full-time positions)
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Generous PTO plan
401k with matching funds
Employee Discount and Rewards Program
Tuition Assistance
Continuing Education Reimbursement
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