Job Summary
The role entails delivering clinical assistance during patient evaluations and treatments. This includes tasks such as gathering patient histories, measuring and documenting vital signs, drawing blood, administering injections and tests, and aiding in various routine medical procedures.
Responsibilities
- Support patient examinations and treatments by performing clinical tasks.
- Collect medical histories and record vital signs accurately.
- Draw blood and give injections as required.
- Assist healthcare providers with standard procedures.
- Prepare examination areas and manage necessary supplies.
- Document patient care and assist with processing prescriptions and referrals.
- Handle clerical duties to facilitate efficient clinic operations.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent is necessary.
- At least six months of experience as a medical assistant or patient care technician, or completion of an approved healthcare training program.
- BLS certification must be obtained within six months for specific rural health clinics.
- Certification as a medical assistant and experience with electronic medical records are desirable, along with relevant medical office experience.
