Medical Assistant

• Assist physician and/or nursing staff with medical examinations, minor surgery, bandaging and irrigations.

• Prepares carts to administer and/or distribute medications as directed by a physician or other qualified health care staff.

• Instruct patients on proper use of medications and other related information.

• Provide information concerning health care education, services, and resources.

• Collect, prepare, and perform designated laboratory tests, such as, but not limited to, blood tests, urinalysis, and pregnancy tests as ordered.

• Perform routine health screening tasks, including but not limited to blood pressure, height, weight, vision, and hearing tests.

• Perform Mantoux tuberculin skin test (TST), venipuncture, electrocardiograms, administer injections and assist with hematological functions.

• Assist in mass screening, immunization programs, and community prevention efforts.

• Interview patients to obtain health histories and information on general health status.

• Assist in the maintenance and preparation of examination rooms and medical equipment.

• Prepare patients for examination(s) and/or laboratory test(s).

• Assist with clerical duties such as, but not limited to:

• a. filing

• b. data entry

• c. appointment scheduling

• d. recording in patient's charts

• e. handling phone calls

• f. providing basic clinic information over the phone

• g. completing medical records and insurance forms and releases of information (ROI’s).
• Verifying prescription medications.

• Performs inventory of the over-the-counter medications, medcarts, and supplies.

• Works the hours and/or shifts assigned and begins and ends work on time.

• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

Certification (CMA) or registration (RMA) status preferred - information must be listed under Certificates and Licenses area of application.

Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board.

A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more. For detailed benefit information visit the Scott County Benefit Hub using this LINK