Medical Assistant

Summary: To assist the physician and patient in all professional and clinical procedures. Responsible for laboratory procedures including quality control, x-ray procedures (where applicable), and patient care duties. Assists in periodic clerical and receptionist duties as may be required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following; other duties may be assigned.

*Prepares patients to be activities as directed by the provider.

*Completes all lab tests as requested per policy and procedure.

*Does patient teaching under the direction of the provider, both in the office and by phone.

*Responds to phone inquiries and informs patients of reports as indicated.

*Knowledgeably administers medicine to patients as directed by the provider.

*Prepares, carries out, and/or instructs patient and/or responsible party for examination, tests, and procedures.

*Prepares necessary paperwork involving tests, charges, and documentation of pertinent data in patient charts.

*Calls in prescriptions as directed by the provider.

*Maintains all quality controls aid records as procedure.

*Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized work area.

*Maintains adequate supply levels and controls inventory.

*Maintains strict confidentiality as related to the patient.

*Maintains a professional appearance and attitude.

*Supports policies and procedures and administrative decisions within the Clinic.