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COVID-19 Lab / Medical Assistant

Physician Partners of America, LLC

Location: Tampa, FL 33613
Type: Temporary (unspecified), Non-Remote
Posted on: August 2, 2021
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COVID-19 Lab / Medical Assistant
Job Locations US-FL-Tampa
Job ID 2021-3087 Category Healthcare & Medical Type Temporary
Overview
The Medical Assistant greets patients upon entry, performs check in and check out functions and prepares patients for COVID19 testing. The Medical Assistant will be responsible for COVID-19 medical screenings, administers nasopharyngeal COVID-19 testing and must be willing to work outdoors and travel locally.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a Physician, Mid-Level Provider, and Practice Manager and/or Lead Medical Assistant:
• Administers direct nasopharyngeal COVID-19 testing
• Maintains patients’ accounts and records
• Takes patient histories and vital signs
• Prepares patients for examination and/or procedures
• Performs selected diagnostic tests as directed
• Collects and prepare laboratory specimens, e.g., COVID-19 screen samples
• Sterilizes medical instruments as appropriate
• Enters data into patient’s electronic record; scans and indexes documents accurately to patient’s electronic medical records
• Transports sample as necessary to provide to laboratory
• Performs required medication prior authorization and diagnostic testing prior authorization
Qualifications
• Able to travel between clinics in assigned region
• Reliable transportation
• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Strong ethical and moral character references
• BLS certification
• Medical Assistant experience (1+ year preferred)
• EMR experience
• Nursing (Medical) Assistant certifications preferred
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner-- able to counsel/teach customers, train co-workers, and positively contribute to marketing/public relations. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from patients, regulatory agencies, or members of the medical and business community.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and EHR management
HOURS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The job will be Monday through Friday.  Work hours will typically be 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (may be subject to change with clinic caseload).
Hazards: Occasional contact with communicable diseases, electrical equipment, blood borne pathogens, etc.
Personal protective equipment:  Will be provided (gowns, gloves, masks, head cover, etc.)
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