Medical Assistant - Neurology (Entry-Level, Flexible Scheduling Options for Per-Diem Positions)

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• Coordinates and schedules office and/or support staff
• Receives and directs phone calls and messages from patients, family and staff
• May schedule service teams for internal and external building care (e.g. environmental services, landscaping, snow removal, etc.).

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• Register and discharges patients accurately.
• Maintains proficiency with clinical information systems and electronic medical records.
• Obtains and documents vital signs and measurements.
• Documents patient complaints and concerns.
• Gathers documentation from prior patient encounters and diagnostic tests to ensure completeness prior to provider’s visit.
• Maintains stock supplies and cleans and sterilizes instruments in accordance with infection control and manufacturer recommendations.
• Establish appropriate referrals in a timely manner. Communicates effectively with patients, GFH providers, and external providers to ensure appropriate care coordination.
• Assists in resolving patient complaints or concerns.
• Performs specimen collection including venous or capillary phlebotomy according to established protocols.
• Performs EKGs according to protocols.
• Prepares patient and performs routine procedures and treatments including, but not limited to, clean dressings, enemas, etc.

Education/Accredited Programs

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a clinical or medical setting; 3 years of experience and experience in a physician office preferred
• Basic Life Saving (BLS) or obtain reputed company 6 weeks of startCertified Medical Assistant (reputed company) preferred

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) or obtain reputed company 6 weeks of start
• Certified Medical Assistant (reputed company) preferred

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• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to read and interpret technical documents. Basic math skills and ability to compute figures
• Familiarity or proficiency with medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. Ability to reputed company phlebotomy and EKGs with minimal medical support.
• Ability to use a computer including basic skills in reputed company and/or MS Access
• Ability to effectively communicate sensitive information and respond to appropriately to questions from providers, staff and the public.
• Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions and solve problems as they relate to responsibilities.

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Benefits

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