Medical Assistant, Imaging , PRN

• Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider, RN, or LPN.
• Responsible for performing routine clinical duties to include: taking vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination rooms in an outpatient care setting.
• Assists in emergency situations as directed by a licensed provider, RN, or LPN. May also be responsible for administrative duties in support of patient and practice operations including patient check in/out, responding to patient requests, reinforcing patient and family education, and visitor/telephone reception.
• Maintains patients' charts and records data, ensuring proper identification, documentation, routing, and confidentiality.
• Orders, verifies, and stores unit supplies. Follows Emory Healthcare patient and family centered care standards. May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas. Performs other related responsibilities as required.

• High School Diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and one year of medical assisting experience preferred. Certification from one of the following national organizations below as a Certified Medical Assistant.

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

• The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity.
• This position is eligible for shift differentials.

• 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

• Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

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