Medical Assistant
Caring Health Center - Springfield, MA
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Medical Assistant Job Category: Healthcare Support Requisition Number:MEDIC001022 Full-Time On-site Springfield, MA 01103, USA Reports To:Clinical Site Manager Salary/Status: Non-Exempt Minimum Requirements:Graduated from accredited school, and High School diploma/G.E.D. Abilityto establish and maintain effective working relationships with otheremployees, patients, representatives of outside agencies and the generalpublic. Professional mannerisms and appearance Demonstrate proficiencyin assessment and delivery of all services to a diverse populationAdult, Infant and Child C.P.R. certification Responsibilities: PatientPrepping: In accordance established procedures, take and record vitalsigns including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse and temperaturefor all visits. Perform tests, i.e., EKG, vision and audio screening andoxygen saturation as requested. Prepare exam room and assist with examas needed If bilingual, provide assistance to staff in interpretationduring visits and phone contact as needed Perform other duties deemednecessary by Site Manager or Clinical Services Director Overseeproviders schedule and management of patient flow Maintainconfidentiality of all health center information Schedule patientappointments and follow-up Comply with H.I.P.P.A. regulationsMaintenance of lab/work area: Keep work areas, exam rooms, and lab cleanand orderly Maintain Universal Precautions at all times and followprotocols related to blood/body fluid spills Order lab and clinicsupplies as needed Laboratory Assistance: Review order sheet Draw,perform and/or collect all lab specimens ensuring specimen integrityPerform urinalysis, hcg, strep testing , finger stick blood glucose, hgband lead testing Complete correct lab requisition according toinsurance/grant Record completed lab work in lab logs daily Autoclaveand record weekly spore count ACO: Assist with QI projects to improveand maintain quality measures for HRSA, UDS, NCC, ACO and PCMH. PhysicalRequirements: This position may requires the ability to work at acomputer workstation. Requirements include lifting and carrying objectsweighing 5-20 pounds on average. Frequent standing and walking.
Created: 2026-01-14