Medical Assistant

About This Role

The Medical Support Specialist performs routine medical and testing procedures under the supervision of a clinician, ensuring efficient and accurate patient care in a fast-paced environment. This role also supports facility operations including registration and referral management.

Responsibilities

• Perform Department of Transportation (DOT) and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing
• Prepare patients for physical examinations, including taking vital signs and ancillary testing (vaccines, injections, phlebotomy, PFTs, audiogram, respirator fit testing)
• Perform rapid screening tests (influenza, strep, mono, glucose, etc.)
• Assist providers during examination and treatment
• Perform routine medical procedures as ordered by treating clinician and triage emergent patients
• Prepare and assist clinician with procedure set up and injury care
• Apply bandages, dressings, and splints as ordered by the treating clinician
• Dispense medications and DME as ordered by the treating clinician in accordance with state regulations
• Complete quality assurance activities on equipment and medical devices
• Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment, and stock exam rooms
• Maintain and operate all medical devices and equipment, including calibration and record keeping
• Assist with patient flow and volume in partnership with center leadership
• Perform front office duties: greet patients, obtain authorization, check in/out, communicate wait times, answer multi-line telephone system, and distribute employer results/paperwork

Requirements

• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited school (credentials in the state of employment)
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information (HIPAA and PHI)
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and professional manner
• Teamwork focus
• Participation in initial and ongoing training

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical/Business School
• At least six months or more of medical assistant experience preferred

Nice to Have

• At least six months or more of medical assistant experience
• Knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology
• Working knowledge of occupational medicine requirements (state specific)
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

Certifications