Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Medical Assistant responsible for performing duties under the direction of a physician to assist inthe examination and treatment of patients. Responsibilities:
Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure,weight, and height and records information on patient’s charts
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients
Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment
Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed
Cleans and sterilizes instruments
Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials
Operates x-ray, electrocardiograph (EKG), and other equipment to administer routine diagnostictest or calls medical facility or department to schedule patients for tests
Gives injections or treatments, and performs routine laboratory tests
Schedules appointments, receives money for bills, keeps x-ray and other medical records,performs secretarial tasks, and completes insurance forms
May key data into computer to maintain office and patient records
May keep billing records, enter financial transactions into bookkeeping ledgers and computer,and mail monthly statements to patients
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma or its equivalent
Full command, verbal and written, of the English language
Good telephone communication skills
Knowledge of medical terminology
Knowledge of medical procedures
Knowledge of clerical functions
Current CPR card (if applicable)
Current PPD or Chest X-Ray (if applicable)
Current Health Certificate (if applicable)
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program; certification preferred
Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred.
Relevant certification/ license if applicable.
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including,but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiencyin the English language may be required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.