Certified Medical Assistant ($28-30/hour)

Urology clinic hiring for medical assistants.
Assignment Type: Temp to potential hire
Location: Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts 02130
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs all functions including; assisting with the processing and disposition of patients, facilitate patient flow, assist with procedures and apply wound dressings as directed by physician.
• Perform patient education regarding; informed consent, wound care and medication instruction.
• Accurately performs patient intake, using two patient identifiers.
• Keep physicians and patients up to date on patient volume and wait times during sessions.
• Maintain biopsy and procedure logbooks, in compliance with BWH and department standards. Inform patients of laboratory and pathology results as directed by physician.
• Responsible for procedure set-up and physician assistance for all dermatological procedures, using sterile technique. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidate must have a high school diploma.
• Must be a graduate of a Medical Assisting training program or have comparable experience.
• Must be certified in Basic Life Support or willing to become certified within 3 months.
• 6 months medical office experience.
• Experience with autoclaving, preferred.
• Medical terminology, preferred. 
• Urology experience, nice to have.