Medical Assistant / EMT
Company: CareWell Urgent Care
Location: Somerville
Posted on: March 14, 2023
Job Description:
CareWell Urgent Care is seeking a dependable full-time Medical
Assistant/EMT for our state-of-the-art urgent care center -in
Somerville, MA. Our ideal candidate is friendly and has excellent
communication skills and is comfortable in a fast-paced
environment. -Our centers are open (7) days per week 8AM to 8PM.
Full-time -positions must be able to work three 12-hours per week
including every other weekend.Job Summary: Under the supervision of
the clinical provider, the Medical Assistant duties may include
taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing
patients for examination, IV/Blood draw, ECG, office diagnostic
testing, x-ray prep, assisting with splinting/wound care and
assisting in administering medications as directed by
physician.Duties and Responsibilities: Medical Assistant / EMT -
tasks include but are not limited to: Medical:
Prepare examination and treatment
rooms with necessary instruments.Take patient histories and vital
signsPrepare patient for examination and treatmentApply splints and
dressings, prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for
treatments including sterilizationAssist physicians in preparing
for minor surgeries and physicalsPerform phlebotomy and laboratory
paperwork.Dispense medication as directedInstruct and educate
patients about discharge instructions if applicableProvide
solutions to patient concerns within the scope of position.Provide
information and assistance as needed.Clerical Duties:
Provide accurate and timely
documentation to staff, insurance carriers and companies.Maintain
patient records for clinical use, medical records use, billing use,
physicians review, etc.Document patient files, records, forms, and
other info as necessary.Assist with scheduling of test and
treatments.Screen phone calls for referral to physician.Maintain
clinical and office supplies and equipment.Complete opening and
closing procedures.Be sure work area appears neat, well stocked,
and organized.Skills and Qualifications:
Accuracy and strong attention to
detailAbility to multi-taskStrong communication skills both written
and verbalAble to take initiative to step up and solve problems and
recommend solutionsDemonstrate ability to maintain a high level of
confidentialityProven interpersonal skills to effectively and
courteously deal with patients, families, clients, coworkers,
clinical staff and physicians.Key Competencies:
- Commitment to CareWell/CCMD as a company as well as your
internal team
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology, medical practice and
care to assist in giving patient care.
- Consistent daily practice of common safety hazards and
precautions to establish a safe work environment.
- Knowledge of computer function and basic office equipment.
- Organizational and analytical skills necessary to maintain
efficient workflow.
- Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, and
procedures to administer patient care.Ability to adjust
responsibilities to accommodate a fast-paced work environment while
maintaining excellent customer service and staff
interactions.Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency
situations.Responsible for personal actions and open to feedback
from others.Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive
information.Education & Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent1-5
years MA/EMT experience and -EMT, MA, CNA or LNA
certificationSupervisory Responsibility: The Medical Assistant role
has no supervisory responsibilities.Work Environment: -This job
operates in a medical office setting and includes possible exposure
to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medical preparations
and other conditions common to a clinic environment.Physical
Demands: -Requires full range of body motion including manual and
finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination. Requires standing and
walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and
carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires corrected vision
and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful
conditions or working irregular hours. - Requires some exposure to
communicable diseases or body fluids. Position Type and Expected
Hours of Work: This is an hourly, non-exempt position that ranges
based on PT or FT. For full-time, hours are 8am-8pm, 3 days a week
with a rotating weekend shift. Part-time hours are 8am-8pm, 1-2
days per week.Travel: No travel is expected for this position
however, depending on the location, this position may work at more
than one center.Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and
Disability insurance, 401K with a match, and paid time off. As an
employee, you have four (4) free urgent care visits/yr which can be
shared by immediate family members.At CareWell, it's simple:
exceptional and compassionate patient care is at the forefront of
our urgent care centers. CareWell Urgent Care provides
high-quality, efficient and affordable treatment of
non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries as well as customizable
employer health solutions. Our centers offer board-certified
providers, state-of-the-art facilities with on-site laboratory
services and X-ray. Founded by physicians who know and understand
the need for excellent, expedient care, CareWell Urgent Care is
dedicated to meeting all the needs of the community, from infant to
elders, school to industry and everywhere in between.We are an
Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, or veteran status.Powered by JazzHR
Keywords: CareWell Urgent Care, Somerville , Medical Assistant / EMT, Healthcare , Somerville, Massachusetts
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