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QuadMed is seeking a dynamic Full-Time Medical Assistant to join the QuadMed Sussex and West Allis clinic. 

Schedule: 32 hours per week.  Monday and Thursday at West Allis 8a-5p, Tuesday and Friday at Sussex 7am -4pm. Every Wednesday and weekend off! 

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

The Medical Assistant I will be a highly motivated, quality-conscious healthcare worker interested in working in an environment where one-on-one time with patients and positive outcomes are the ultimate measurement of success.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Measures and records vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, etc.)
• Ensures accurate and timely documentation into the EMR; i.e.- patient interviews and histories, vital signs, treatments, test results.  
• Assists medical staff with patient examinations
• Uses CPR skills when necessary
• Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks, and sterilizes instruments
• Provides patients with instructions and other information regarding preparations for the service and necessary registration.  
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information and follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.
• Participates in development activities and maintains affiliations with medical assistant associations, as applicable.  
• Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team-based approach to health care delivery
• Front office duties including but not limited to reception, patient check-in/check-out, payment collection, and electronic scheduling.  
• May perform routine screening tests
• Prepares and administers ordered injectable medications and immunizations  
• Changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and performs other first aid procedures
• Assists patients with the scheduling of internal/external referrals  
• Certain clients and health centers may require travel
• Performs other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education:  

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of accredited school of medical assisting, or combination of equivalent education and experience.

Experience: 

• Minimum One (1) year experience as a Medical Assistant preferred. 
• Experience working front office preferred.
• Experience working in a Primary Care setting preferred.  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire.  
• Medical Assistant certification through AAMA, AMT, NHA or NCCT Preferred. Certification through another accredited association will need review/approval. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  

• Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team approach to health care delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral/written).
• Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.  
• Bilingual a plus.