Job Title: Medical Assistant - Primary Care

Pay Rate: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour (Based on Experience)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to join our Primary Care team. This temp-to-hire position involves a range of clinical tasks, including blood draws, injections, and patient care, with a significant portion of the role dedicated to working with pediatric patients. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience, demonstrate proficiency in essential medical procedures, and be comfortable administering care to children as young as 6 months old. Experience with Epic EMR is a significant plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Blood Draws: Perform blood draws with accuracy and professionalism.
• Injections: Administer injections as needed, including to pediatric patients.
• Rooming: Room patients and prepare them for examination.
• Vitals: Measure and record vital signs.
• EKGs: Perform and assist with electrocardiograms (EKGs).
• Point of Care Testing: Conduct point of care testing as required.
• Throat Cultures: Collect throat cultures and process samples.
• Pediatric Care: Provide care to pediatric patients, including administering injections and performing routine procedures.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant, with a solid work history and tenure with previous employers.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in blood draws, injections, EKGs, and point of care testing.
  • Experience working with Epic EMR is highly desirable.
  • Comfortable working with pediatric patients and performing procedures on children as young as 6 months old.
• Traits: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with patients of all ages.

Additional Requirements:

• Flexibility: Ability to handle a variety of clinical tasks and adapt to a dynamic work environment.
• Patient Focus: Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate care and communicate effectively with both pediatric and adult patients.