PRN Medical Assistant - Gen Peds

IRL is seeking a PRN Medical Assistant to assist in the Pediatric Clinic. Preferred hours will be between 8:00am and 8:00pm Monday - Thursday, 8:00am and 8:00am - 5:00pm Friday and 8:00am - 12:00pm Saturday.

Under direct supervision, this role assists members of the nursing team withmultiple types of patient care in inpatient and outpatientcare areas. Their work requires familiarity with a wide variety of nursing procedures used in delivering patient care.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for facilitating the smooth flow of patients through the clinic through interaction with patients, families and staff.
• Assist in clinic with physical examination of patient and related treatments, including but not limited to: patient history, medication records, allergies and immunizations.
• Manages internal and external medical records to ensure that accurate and complete data is available for patient appointments.
• Administers routine oral, rectal or injectable medications not requiring a high level of skill or nursing judgment. (These are medications that can only be administered by certified medical assistants or medical assistants who have completed a formal accredited training program.)
• Performs routine laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood work, does electrocardiograms and x-ray work as needed.
• Identifies vaccination needs for specific patient populations.
• Performs related clerical tasks including answering phones, scheduling appointments and providing information other departments.
• Assists in obtaining insurance prior authorizations.
• Assists with procedures and sterile set up
• Assists with scribing and documentation during visit
• Provides support in phototherapy and medication refills

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant or completion of a recognized one-year Medical Assistant Program, or Completion of a health careprofession program with a curriculum incorporating elements of a Medical Assistant program including but not limited to pathophysiology, medical terminology, basic pharmacology, and medication administration including dose calculation and psychology.(include educational transcripts during application process)

Desired Qualifications:

• Certified Medical Assistant is preferred.
• Medical Terminology
• Public Contact/Customer Service