Medical Assistant-Youngsville MedAccess

DLP Person Urgent Care, LLC dba MedAccess Urgent Care

Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of assigned area or office.

• The goal of this team member is to provide exceptional patient care by assisting in the delivery of medical care with compassion, efficiency, and accuracy.
• Triage incoming patients; perform CPR and other emergency measures, if necessary.
• Escort patients to exam rooms; take histories and vital signs, prepare patients for examination.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given.
• Assist providers in examination and treatment of patients, minor surgeries, and physicals.
• Stock and set-up exam rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
• Clean and sterilize instruments.
• Process referral and prior authorization requests in accordance with company protocol.
• Utilize electronic medical software to record patient information in compliance with HIPAA /confidentiality guidelines.
• Dispense medication as directed by providers.
• Collect and process lab specimens.
• Perform glucose monitoring.
• Provide wound care and perform suture removal as directed by providers.
• Communicate with the patient, pharmacy, and physician inquiries within the scope of the practice;involve provider as needed.
• Perform accurate and timely input of data into EMR and Clockwise.
• Administer IM, SQ, and oral medications as trained under the direction of the provider.
• Administer aerosol treatments.
• Apply splints and dressings.
• Administer oxygen therapy.
• Perform urine, saliva, hair, and breath alcohol drug screens after successful completion of drug screen training provided by a certified instructor chosen by MedAccess.

Reports to: Practice Manager

FLSA: Non-exempt

Minimum Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Successful completion of training as a certified medical assistant or a Paramedic License required.

Required Skills:

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:  Basic Life Support (BLS)