Medical Assistant II

Medical Assistant II

Medical Assistant II
Department: General Surgery
Schedule: part-time
Shift: day shift
Hours: variable
Salary: Grade NE072 ($14.82 - $21.99)
Job Details:
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Under the direction and supervision of practice providers or nursing staff, the Medical Assistant is responsible for clinical duties such as taking vital signscollecting specimens, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination rooms and supplies at an outpatient care site. Also responsible for some administrative duties in conjunction with patient contact.


Minimum Education

§ High School graduate or equivalent.
§ Graduate of Medical Assistant Program


Minimum Work Experience

§ 1-2 Years of Medical Assistant experience, preferably in a physician practice or outpatient clinic setting.
§ 1 year of secretarial or administrative experience, including medical terminology.

Required Licenses/Certifications

§ CPR certification.
§ Current LNA license desirable.
§ Current Medical Assistant Certification.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

§ Ability to report patient care observations, deviations from patient's plan of care and other pertinent information under the direct supervision of a provider or licensed nursing staff.
§ Knowledge of infection control.
§ Venipuncture skills desirable.
§ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
§ Demonstrated moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.*
§ Demonstrated strong knowledge of Medical Terminology.*
*Requires Pre-employment testing.