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LOCAL CONTRACT MEDICAL ASSISTANT - $19-25 PER HOUR
Medasource • Louisville, KY 40201 • Posted 5 days ago
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Medasource is seeking a local contract Medical Assistant for a 26-week contract job in Louisville, Kentucky. The role involves patient triage, vital signs, patient history, EKG, injections, and using the electronic health record. This position requires a high school diploma or GED, Medical Assisting certification, and BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
Responsibilities
- Obtain medical history, triage patients, record vitals.
- Reconcile medication list in EHR
- Responds timely and appropriately to tasks.
- Gives injections per physician order (i.e. Hepatitis A&B, PPD and flu vaccine)
- Reports any abnormal results to physician immediately (i.e. labs, etc.)
- Maintains clean exam rooms.
- Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
- Adheres to organizational policy and procedure.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
- Medical Assisting certification from a nationally recognized organization (CMA, CCMA, or RMA)
- BLS through the American Heart Association
Preferred
- Medical Assisting Degree
- Minimum one year of working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office
- Electrocardiogram (EKG), vital signs, venipuncture, capillary, and injection experience
About Medasource
Medasource is a prominent healthcare staffing and consulting company operating in the United States and globally. They specialize in providing highly-skilled professionals to healthcare organizations for staffing needs and offer consulting services in areas like electronic health record implementation and healthcare analytics. Founded in 2002, Medasource has established itself as a reputable and reliable partner in the industry.
Full Job Description
Medasource is seeking a local contract Medical Assistant for a local contract job in Louisville, Kentucky.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Medical Assistant
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: 26 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Local Contract
Medical assisting duties include patient triage, vital signs, patient history, EKG, injections, and using the electronic health record.
Responsibilities
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Obtain medical history, triage patients, record vitals.
Reconcile medication list in EHR
Responds timely and appropriately to tasks.
Gives injections per physician order (i.e. Hepatitis A&B, PPD and flu vaccine)
Reports any abnormal results to physician immediately (i.e. labs, etc.)
Maintains clean exam rooms.
Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Adheres to organizational policy and procedure.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED), required.
Medical Assisting certification from a nationally recognized organization. (Such as: CMA, CCMA, or RMA), required.
Medical Assisting Degree, preferred.
Minimum one year of working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office, preferred.
Electrocardiogram (EKG), vital signs, venipuncture, capillary, and injection experience.
BLS through the American Heart Association required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Knowledge
Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures.
Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to family & geriatric medical practice.
Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families.
Skills
Skill in performing medical assistance task appropriately.
Skill intact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.
Abilities
Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.
Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks.
Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring dealing with others.
Medasource Job ID #2405-146613.
About Medasource
- Here at Medasource, the heartbeat of healthcare meets boundless opportunities! As a leading national healthcare consulting firm, we're dedicated to creating an unmatched experience for our consultants. We look for passionate individuals who not only embrace learning and adaptability but radiate excellence in the fast-paced world of healthcare.
- Ready to breathe new life into your healthcare career with Medasource? Let us be your compass in navigating success on your healthcare journey. Join our vibrant Clinical Services team and take your career to new heights!
- Best Places to Work in Healthcare, Modern Healthcare 2021 & 2022
- Best in KLAS 2023
- Offices in 35+ cities
Benefits
- Vision benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Referral bonus
- Holiday Pay
- Weekly pay
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