QuadMed is seeking a Medical Assistantto join our Heath and Wellness Center in Mequon, WI serving Rockwell employees. As a Medical Assistant, this individual will be a highly motivated, quality-conscious healthcare worker interested in working in an environment where one-on-one time with patients and positive outcomes are the ultimate measurement of success.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm. No weekends or holidays!
$2,000 Sign-On Bonus* Eligible!
Key Responsibilities:
- Measure and record vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, etc.)
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation into the EMR; i.e. patient interview and history, vital signs, treatments, test results.
- Assists medical staff with patient examinations
- Uses CPR skills when necessary
- Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks, and sterilizes instruments
- Provides patients with instructions and other information regarding preparations for the service and necessary registration.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information, and follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.
- Participates in development activities and maintains affiliations with Medical Assistant associations, as applicable.
- Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team based approach to health care delivery
- Front office duties including but not limited to reception, patient check-in/check-out, payment collection, and electronic scheduling.
- Performs other position-related duties as assigned
- Where permitted, and as directed:
- May perform routine screening tests
- Draws patient blood samples as directed and prepares samples for ordered laboratory analysis, and collection of other ordered lab specimens.
- Prepares and administers ordered injectable medications and immunizations
- Changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and performs other first aid procedures
- Assists patients with the scheduling of internal/external referrals
Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year experience as a Medical Assistant required
- CPR or BLS certification within 60 days of hire
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral/written)
- Phlebotomy/ venipuncture experience required
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program strongly preferred
Preferred Skills
- Experience working front office
- Medical Assistant certification through AAMA
- Experience working in a Primary Care setting strongly preferred
- Bilingual a plus