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Pay Range Minimum
Job Code:
 PC05
Hourly:
 $17
FLSA*:
 Non-Exempt
Monthly:
 $2,946.67
Grade:
 424
Annually:
 $35,360

*This is a Non-Exempt position. Employees in this position are paid an hourly pay rate, on a bi-weekly basis, and are eligible to receive overtime pay for any hours worked over 40 in a work week.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Assists in the examination and treatment of patients under a physician's direction. Obtains vital signs and patient information for inclusion in the patient's medical record. May give injections or treatments, perform routine laboratory tests under the direction of an attending physician, and assist in other patient care activities such as dressing changes and leg wraps. Prepares treatment room for examination of patient. May assist with physical examinations by preparing supplies and handing instruments/materials to the doctor as directed. Provides patients with basic instruction and information regarding examination procedures. May operate an x-ray, EKG, or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests. Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments; observes the principles of sterile technique in performing duties. Schedules patients for tests and completes required forms for lab work. Maintains accurate and complete patient records/documentation. Orders, stocks, and inventories supplies and assists in performing clerical duties. Performs related responsibilities as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A high school diploma or equivalent. Positions in this classification may require successful completion of a medical assistant training program.

The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

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