About this opportunity
InstantServe LLC lists this Medical Assistant opportunity in monterey, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Medical AssistantThe Tennessee Department of Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical operations at a local health clinic in Monterey, Tennessee. The Medical Assistant will work under the supervision of licensed nurses, APRNs, and physicians and will provide clinical and laboratory support while ensuring quality patient care and accurate documentation.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform routine medical assisting and direct clinical care under the supervision of licensed healthcare providers.Perform venipuncture and capillary sticks and assist with specimen collection, handling, coding, and shipping.Take and document vital signs and growth measurements.Perform vision and hearing screenings.Assist nurses, APRNs, and physicians during patient examinations.Accurately document patient information, reason for visit, health history, vital signs, and laboratory procedures in the electronic health record (EHR).Perform quality control procedures for point-of-care laboratory testing and maintain required records.Monitor medication room temperature and vaccine refrigerator/freezer temperatures.Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper stock rotation within the clinic.Follow infection control, bloodborne pathogen, laboratory, and patient safety procedures.Participate as a member of the clinical care team and support county health department operational goals.Provide professional, compassionate patient care and promote primary prevention.Respond to public health emergencies or disasters when required.Ideal CandidateMedical Assistant or closely related clinical support experience.Experience working in a healthcare, medical clinic, physician office, public health, or similar environment.Familiarity with venipuncture, capillary sticks, vital signs, specimen collection, and laboratory procedures.Experience documenting patient information in an electronic health record (EHR).Knowledge of infection control, bloodborne pathogen precautions, and clinical safety procedures.Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate medical records.Ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team.Work ScheduleMonday – Friday8:00 AM – 4:30 PM CST7.5 hours/day
Worksite address
monterey, TN, 38574, US
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