East Lansing School Health Center - MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Job Opportunity Job ID

• 54446
• Positions
• Location: East Lansing, MI

Job Description: General Purpose of Job: Description: Positions Location: East Lansing, MI

Job Description

• General Purpose of Job: Responsible for the efficient and effective processing of patients through the clerical and clinical areas of the practice/clinic. Under the general direction of the physician or advanced practice provider, provides high quality, compassionate patient care. Essential Duties: This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
• Prepares patient for examination. Obtains vital signs and chief complaint. Appropriately documents information obtained.
• Performs laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Answers, screens and triages telephone calls. Takes accurate messages and distributes to the appropriate personnel within the guidelines of the practice.
• Schedules tests and referral appointments for patients.
• Administers oral and injectable medication. Phones prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Engages and helps promote patient/family teaching as appropriate; and provides an educational environment for patients and patient families.
• Works gaps in care registries to help improve the quality of care.
• Maintains all logs and required checks (i.e., refrigerator temps, medications, oxygen, etc.)
• Maintains practice standards by participating in in-services, committees, etc. May assist in developing and implementing quality control and practice policies.
• Inventories, orders and restocks areas as necessary.
• Maintains and cleans equipment and environmental safety as required Job Requirements Education
• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program OR In lieu of formal education, minimum 6 months of recent Medical Assistant clinical experience Specialized Knowledge and Skills
• Ability to provide care for patients, which is age specific to their physical and safety needs, psychosocial concerns and educational level.
• Necessary visual and auditory acuity required to monitor patient's condition and operate department equipment