Description
Our team is growing! Pardee BlueMD, a part of the Pardee UNC Health Care organization, is a primary care physician practice network organized as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our full-time positions offer a range of benefits, including medical, vision and dental insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and more. Come be happy with Pardee!
Summary:
The Medical Assistant is the front line of clinical care in our physician practices. The Medical Assistant interviews and initiates care for patients who visit our clinics and plays key roles in the care provided, up to and including specimen collection and delivery of test results.
Responsibilities:
• Interviews patients to collect and document history of present illness (HPI), medication reconciliation, history of allergies.
• Performs vital sign measurement and any standard testing per clinic procedures
• Coordinates follow-on procedures as directed by a provider
• Communicates with patients in a timely and effective manner regarding their care. Notifies patients of test and lab results. Patiently and clearly explains practice policies and procedures using cultural competency and active listening.
• Documents care into electronic medical recordkeeping system (EMR). Ensures completion of necessary documentation and forms.
• Maintains and monitors consumable supplies and medications for effective ongoing clinical operations.
• Promotes a safe, clean and secure clinical environment for all, including the application of standard precautions and principles of infection control.
Other information:
Required:
• BLS certification
• Position will require the ability to lift supplies and equipment regularly and navigate clinical area actively throughout work.
Preferred:
• Prior work experience in a clinical setting.
Job Details
Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC
Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: PBMD 2695 Hvl Rd Ste 202
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: PARDARDEN
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
