Onsite Medical Assistant

Onsite Medical AssistantThe 30+ year company supports the petrochemical and manufacturing industry domestically and internationally and is positioned along the Gulf Coast providing training, occupational medicine, and innovative solutions to industry. The Onsite Medical Assistant is a senior level team member who is responsible for performing many aspects of the occupational health center's services. Job duties and tasks are listed below. In addition, the Onsite Medical Assistant may be trained to perform other occupational health services not listed. The Onsite Medical Assistant is a vital part of the OHS program as a whole and will be required to perform other technician duties as requested by management to ensure safe and effective medical services to HASC/Global Health customers.Essential Job ResponsibilitiesMaintain a working knowledge of all equipment, which includes but not limited to the x-ray machine, medical tools and equipment, respirator fit machines, pulmonary function machine, audiometry machine, functional capacity machines, and breath alcohol machinesCalibrate all equipment at the beginning of each day/month in accordance with manufacturer's requirements Additional calibrations may be required at other times according to manufacturer's specificationsConduct periodic surveys of equipment and stations so that all safety and hygiene hazards to customers and FCE Technicians are identified and correctedComplete all the administrative steps applicable to the equipment so that all required information is verified and properly recordedAdminister respirator fit tests in full compliance with CFR 1910.134 Respiratory Protection Standard as neededThoroughly disinfect and inspect each respirator upon completion of each test.Maintain and develop customer relationships by responding to questions, concerns, and requests from customers with speed and professionalismEnsure all customer data and paperwork is kept confidential at all times.Facilitate medical patient's vital signs, triage, room placement, etc.Keep up to date with relevant safety topics, software, lecture, and online training technologyAttend and successfully pass a week long certifying course in NIOSH and CAOCHAttend and successfully pass all required drug and alcohol testing courses; test patients as neededStrive to maintain personal drug testing procedures that are flawless - undergo mandated remediation within 30 days of error notificationRespond to after-hour calls as neededPromptly communicate with the radiology vendor to ensure quick x-ray reportingFacilitate State Radiologic inspections (x-ray technicians only)Assist with patient check-in/check-out procedures when requestedContribute to team effort by assisting with additional duties as assignedSafely operate CDL-class vehicles to transport mobile units and equipment to and from client locations.Maintain accurate driver logs and submit weekly for review.Conduct routine vehicle inspections and ensure compliance with DOT safety standardsPreferred Skills & QualificationsAt least 5 years of occupational medicine or equivalent experienceGeneral organizational skillsHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED)Current full unrestricted certificationComputer skills including electronic medical recordsMust be able to fully pass all job site verification requirements including but not limited to background check, drug screening, and safety examinationsAdvanced credentials preferredCDL license with a clean driving record.RequirementsClass A CDL requiredCustomer service skills are requiredStrong communication skills both written and oralMust enjoy working with the public and have a strong initiative to work independently and as a team memberMust be able to adapt to work in varied environments and learn detailed proceduresProven ability to work under pressure and make effective decisionsCross-train and assist other departments as necessaryWillingness to work at different locations if the company need arisesFlexibility to work beyond scheduled shift time when necessary to take care of patient needsPhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to read, talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle training equipment and tools, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThis job is typically in an office environment and will also require travel as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Reporting ResponsibilitiesThe Medical Assistant reports directly to the Supervisor of Onsite Medical Services. This position does have direct reports.