Medical Assistant

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Under direct orders given by the MD or APRN, supervises self-administered client medication, depending on the specific clinical program’s protocols.
• Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks.  Provides personal care, as needed (e. g., personal hygiene, toileting, laundry, meal preparation, safe eating techniques) as directed.
• Provides frequent rounding on clients and address/report client needs to LPN/RN as appropriate.
• Obtains vital signs, height, and weight for clients on the inpatient unit as directed by the LPN/RN.
• Performs UDS/HCG testing adhering to CLIA standards.
• Maintains accurate inventory of medicines and medical supplies.
• Authorizes drug refills as ordered by the medical provider and telephones/faxes prescriptions to the pharmacy.
• Schedules outside medical appointments for clients as ordered by the medical provider.
• Obtains necessary medical information as requested by the medical provider.
• Maintains current and accurate documentation.
• Transports clients to clinics and hospitals within walking distance of facility as needed.
• Administers First Aid and CPR, as needed.

EDUCATION

• High School or GED
• Desired: Certified Medical Assistant
• Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or SRNA

EXPERIENCE

• Preferred one year of experience in a medical setting, preferably in behavioral health.      

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position has no unusual physical demands.  
• Frequent exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients/patients.  
• Normal work tasks may involve a high level of frequent and ongoing exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue. 

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