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Job Duties and Responsibilities:•Performs general and medical assisting duties according to state guidelines.•Records and signs all pertinent information in the patient's chart•Triage all patients according to Patient Plus standards.•Instruct patients in the collection of samples and tests.•Collects, accurately labels, and forwards specimens for laboratory analysis.•Prepares patients and assists Providers with examination, treatments, and procedures.•Prepares and administers medications and injections after verifying correct dosage (Use the six rights of medication).•Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to Providers.•Prepares examination rooms; sterilizes instruments for tests per established procedures.•Thoroughly cleans equipment and examination rooms per policy.•Demonstrates thorough knowledge of infection control procedures; strictly adheres to policies and procedures; washes hands before and after each patient contact.•Instructs and arranges for patient testing and admissions.•Responds to and refers appropriate incoming telephone calls to Providers.•Instruct patient regarding medication and treatment instructions before discharge.•Posts tests and examination results to charts.•Explains and distributes patient education material (if applicable).•Answers patients' questions.•Escorts patients to the appropriate area in the clinic when necessary.Patient Records and Recall: •Notify and record patients of test results, as directed by Provider.•Notifies patient of the next follow-up visit required.RequirementsEducation, Skills, and Qualifications:•Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program with one year of experience in an MA position.•Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.•Willing to attend continuing medical education courses at the employer's request.•Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care. Patient Plus Urgent Care

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