What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - per diem position at Exeter Hospital?
Exeter Hospital, Core Physicians,part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, proudly serve the beautiful NH seacoast region. Our principal mission is to work together to create healthier communities. What makes us unique is the spirit of our staff who are team-oriented and focused on providing an outstanding patient care experience and quality outcomes for those we are privileged to serve. In addition, we want to ensure that our employees feel well cared for by offering a comprehensive benefits package, on-going training and growth opportunities, wellness resources, special perks, and more.
Provides support in the functional areas of clerical clinical and business under the direct supervision of a provider.
Requirements:
- High school graduate or equivalent
- 1-3 years experience
- Medical Technician Registration
- BCLS within 30 days of hire
Major Responsibilities:
- Assists in conducting clinical care activities under the direction of a provider.
- May perform clinical duties such as setting up for and assisting the provider during examination and procedures. May assist with dressing changes and facilitates patient flow.
- Obtains clinical data such as vital signs; height and weight; records accurately.
- May clean instruments or other patient treatment areas as needed. Stocks rooms with appropriate medical supplies.
- May conduct phlebotomy as assigned; collects and prepares lab specimens.
- Performs administrative duties to include answering telephone inquiries; organizing patient charts; assisting in the preparation and maintenance of patient medical records.
- May transport patients to other hospital departments as necessary.
- May call in prescriptions as directed by the provider.
- May schedule pre-admission and diagnostic testing.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
