Medical Assistant

Company: Granite Job Alerts - LaSalle Network
Location: Carol Stream
Posted on: July 28, 2022

Job Description:

Medical Assistant-LaSalle Network
Job Description We are working with a client that is looking to hire a Medical Assistant near Elgin, IL This is a permanent opportunity with an organization that has continued to grow, even throughout COVID-19. They have over 40 locations across several states with options for internal growth as well. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for greeting and rooming patients, obtaining vitals, documenting the reasons for the visit and medical history, setting up equipment for the physician, and cleaning the exam rooms. The Medical Assistant will screen patients as well as provide accurate instructions to prepare patients for examination and procedures. Medical Assistant Responsibilities Escort patient to exam room, identify patient with 2 identifiers and prepare patient for examination Obtain accurate vital signs, per organization standards Document reason for visit and update/confirm, allergies, smoking history, and pharmacy information Promptly inform the provider and registered nurse of any significant change in vital signs or acute symptoms Anticipate/set up equipment or supplies needed for visit Clean and prepare exam room for next patient Medical Assistant Requirements High school graduate or GED is required Current/up to date Medical Assistant Certification through one of the following entities: American Medical Technologists (AMT) American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Minimum of one year of experience in a cli

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