University of Maryland Faculty Physicians
Medical Assistant III-Medicine (Reisterstown)
University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Reisterstown, Maryland, United States, 21136
Responsible for assisting physicians and nursing staff with patient care. Responsible for chart management and patient flow. Performs delegated medical tasks and may perform clerical duties. Where the electronic system is in use, this position will utilize the system as documented in the department and/or FPI standard operating procedure and process; and other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record. Follows established guidelines to obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the exam. Prepares patient for examination by the health care provider. Performs routine office testing, including but not limited to; phlebotomy, sweat and hydration tests, urinalysis, vision testing, hearing screening, pulmonary function testing, temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures. Obtains necessary patient specimens for diagnostic testing which would indicate the MA should also assist with obtaining cultures from rectums, vagina, anus, stool, wounds, throat biopsy specimens, etc. Administers and documents injections and other medications given. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred Medical Assistant certification required Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program such as NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, NHA, AMT, etc. 5 or more years medical assisting and medical office experience and 2 or more years of specialty experience Demonstrated skill in venipuncture preferred CPR certification is required
Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland's Faculty Physician's Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications. University of Maryland Faculty Physician's Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record. Follows established guidelines to obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the exam. Prepares patient for examination by the health care provider. Performs routine office testing, including but not limited to; phlebotomy, sweat and hydration tests, urinalysis, vision testing, hearing screening, pulmonary function testing, temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures. Obtains necessary patient specimens for diagnostic testing which would indicate the MA should also assist with obtaining cultures from rectums, vagina, anus, stool, wounds, throat biopsy specimens, etc. Administers and documents injections and other medications given. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred Medical Assistant certification required Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program such as NAHP, NCCT, AAMA, NHA, AMT, etc. 5 or more years medical assisting and medical office experience and 2 or more years of specialty experience Demonstrated skill in venipuncture preferred CPR certification is required
Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland's Faculty Physician's Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications. University of Maryland Faculty Physician's Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.