What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant/EMT position at river city vascular?
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care, performing treatments, and monitoring vital signs
- Assist with diagnostic procedures performed at our office.
- sent referrals to other providers
-Pre-chart patients for physicians and NP. Confirm diagnostics test are on patient chart for physicians review.
- send prescriptions to proper pharmacy per physician request
- schedule diagnostic tests at hospital or outpatient center and obtain authorization.
-Return phone calls to patients, nursing facilities, home health, etc.
- Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using electronic health record systems (EPIC)
- Update patients medications, medical history, surgical history.
- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and sterile processing techniques
- Provide wound care, including staple removal and dressing changes
- Support patients with behavioral health needs by providing emotional support and implementing appropriate interventions
Skills:
- Medical assistant degree or 2 years of medical experience as medical assistant
- Ability to hold pressure properly as necessary after procedures
- Ability to start an IV would be preferred
- EMT Certification
- Strong knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and standards of care
- Proficiency in using electronic health record systems
- Ability to perform sterile processing techniques and handle medical instruments safely
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Please submit your resume along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $19