What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Medical Assistant Lab Assistant position at Blackhawk Technical College?
The Medical Assistant Lab Assistant will be embedded in Medical Assistant program Clinical and Laboratory courses to provide lab-based skill attainment; facilitate open labs for one-on-one, group tutoring, and skills training in laboratory and clinical setting.
- Assist Medical Assistant instructors/students in laboratory activities, medical procedures practice and assist with skill check-offs (if qualified per MAERB standards), safety procedures, care and use of equipment.
- Schedule and facilitate open labs for one-on-one and group tutoring and skills practice.
- Meet individually with MA students to complete and monitor academic and laboratory progress.
- Demonstrate ability to use equipment commonly used by Medical Assistants in a variety of healthcare settings.
- Assist the MA Program Director and faculty with activities related to maintenance of program accreditation by MAERB.
- Conduct student orientation to the MA clinic and laboratory facilities.
- Maintain equipment, models, and a clean, safe laboratory and prep area and make suggestions on improvement.
- Support the use of computer hardware and software by students in the MA classroom and laboratory.
- Assemble and dismantle materials and equipment for laboratory activities.
- Help maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment, used for MA laboratory activities.
- Practice policies and procedures related to the security of the lab area.
- Record use of open labs by students via sign-in sheets.
- Meet with individual students who miss class or are at academic risk to ensure successful completion of coursework.
- Communicate essential information to administrators, faculty, staff, and students.
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with program policy and HIPAA law.
Education Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
- Certified as a Medical Assistant; Certified Medical Assistant (CMA-AAMA) preferred and maintained certifications.
- Two (2) years of related occupational MA experience in laboratory and clinical settings within the past 4 years.
- Willingness to comply with annual health screening requirements.
- Must remain current with health care provider CPR certification.
- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships within the healthcare community that support clinical sites.
- Knowledge of Medical Assistant scope of practice in Wisconsin.
Salary : $25