Description
The Clayton County Health District seeks to hire a qualified applicant for the position of Medical Assistant. Under broad supervision, assists technicians and laboratory scientists with data or specimen collection and laboratory procedures. Provides support and services in fields such as agriculture, environmental science, resource management, biology and health sciences.
Job Responsibilities
- Performs basic laboratory procedures and certain clinical duties under the direction of clinician
- Collects and receives samples and/or specimens for analysis.
- Performing vital signs, measuring height and weight, confirming purpose of appointment.
- Maintain medical records and preparing patients for examination.
- Assist provider during examination as needed.
- Maintain exam rooms with supplies and cleaning exam rooms between patients
- Adheres to laboratory policies per Laboratory Policies and Procedures Manual.
- Adheres to Occupational Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
- Maintains lab supplies and performs laboratory housekeeping.
- Attends required in-services.
- Perform hearing/vision screenings
- Prepare, train, and respond to Public Health Emergencies as directed within the scope of your work. Expectations: Complete a personal emergency plan. Participates in emergency preparedness trainings, drills, and exercises, as directed. In the event of a public health emergency, participates in the emergency response activities, within DHEART Team assignment or otherwise as directed.
- Utilize autoclave to sterilize instruments.
Minimum Qualifications
Vocational/Technical degree in medical assisting from an accredited college OR High school diploma or GED and One year of related experience.
Additional Information
Preference will be given to applicants who in addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications possess the following:
- Previous experience in Public Health
