Medical Assistant

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System; Pembroke; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Pembroke is seeking a patient care technician to provide basic patient care, including routine procedures and medication administration. Candidates should have a certificate and 1 year of relevant experience in a physician's office or ambulatory care setting. Strong communication skills are essential. The role includes documenting patient care accurately and responding to urgent situations effectively. Competitive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Wellness programs

Insurance options

Child care opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a physician's practice or ambulatory care setting required.
• Ability to perform routine office procedures and assist in patient education.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care including routine office procedures and medication administration.
• Document patient observations, treatments, and findings accurately.
• Recognize and respond to urgent patient situations appropriately.

Skills

Patient communication

Vital sign measurement

Clinical documentation

Emergency response

Education

Certificate

Job description

Provides basic patient care which includes performing routine office procedures, administration of medications, testing and participating in patient education. Performs clinical duties in keeping with established policies and procedures, which includes routine office procedures and testing, administration of medications, and assisting physician. Keep an accurate and concise record of patient observations, treatments and procedures administered; documents findings in the medical record. Assists in the assessment of patient's response to treatment relative to identifying common and recurring needs of the patient. Recognizes and anticipates urgent or emergent patient situations and responds appropriately. Identifies patient education needs and may assist in patient teaching as to appropriate health maintenance and management of illness. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and other members of the health care team. May require increased clerical duties as assigned. Performs or assists with other assignments, as required.

Education

Certificate - Preferred

Experience

1 Year Physicians practice or ambulatory care setting - Required

License & Certification

None Required

Core Job Functions

• Vital signs are taken on each patient, on each visit and input into eClinical Works. Verifies and updates patients clinical record on each visit.
• Identifies patient education needs and may assist in patient teaching as to appropriate health maintenance and management of illness. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and other members of the health care team.
• All controls will be run according to policy and procedure. All specimen collection will be done according to policy and procedure. All proficiency testing and quality control assurance will be done according to policy and procedure.
• Follow policies and procedures for routine office procedures, test, administration of medications and assisting providers up to and including IV therapy. Recognizes and anticipates urgent and emergent patient situations and responds appropriately.

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