Medical Assistant / Patient Services Assistant

Under direct supervision, assists physician in providing direct patient care and evaluation of patients in an office. Performs direct patient care such as phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, wound care, medication administration and vital signs. Under limited supervision, receives and screens visitors and callers. Schedules patient appointments, registers patients and participates in the processing of patient charges. Provides secretarial and clerical support, maintains supplies.

Education

HS, GED, OR

Certificate of training from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant Program and National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant

Experience

Successful completion of accredited MA training program through Fortis, Community College Baltimore County, Allegany College of MD, Anne Arundel Community College, CCBC, Harford Community College or PG Community College. OR 1 year of MA experience and National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA, AAMA or RRMA)

6 months of related clerical / administrative experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Skill in using techniques for phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, medication administration and taking vital signs
• Skill in written and oral communication
• Ability to distinguish normal from abnormal diagnostic results
• Ability to pass a medication calculation test with an 85% or better prior to hire
• Ability to perform non-complex arithmetic calculations
• Ability to organize and maintain files and records.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadline

Licensures, Certifications

Certificate of training from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant program

Heart saver (CPR Certification).

National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant preferred

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Takes and records vital signs

Routine diagnostic tests

Administers medications

Prepares patient for exam

Record EKG

Physical Requirements

Working Conditions

Conditions of Employment

Ability to do various practices, as needed.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values :

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

Pay Range

$17.13 - $26.68

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.