Medical Assistant (Certified)
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Pay range - $19 to $22 per hour, based on experience
Medical Assistant - Certified
OVERVIEW:
Provides a variety of medical assistant duties to support the patient, medical providers, clinical support staff and other members of the clinic to facilitate efficient clinic operations.
DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Greets patients and obtains health history and presenting complaint.
- Demonstrates good customer service and interpersonal skills with all patients.
- Answers routine patient, eligibility, scope of service and agency inquiries
- Obtains and records patient vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure); performs EKG’s, breathing treatments, administers medications, and gives injections as ordered by the provider or by Agency policy.
- Obtains blood and other specimens in accordance with medical orders or established protocols.
- Prepares the patient for physical exam and assist the provider during the examination.
- Reinforces the providers’ instructions and reviews and logs the medications prescribed.
- Answers patient telephone calls, takes messages and provides assistance in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
- Documents patient’s clinical information, medications, care plan, and demographic information at each encounter.
- Schedules patient referral appointments for managed care services and other programs.
- Works with medical administrative assistants and other staff to route patient charts to proper location as appropriate.
- Makes sure lab reports, diagnostic reports, specialist consultations and other correspondence is in the patient’s medical record before the patient is placed in the exam room.
- Maintains a clean and orderly clinical area.
- Maintains immunization, medication, sterilization and refrigerator logs.
- Gives routine information in accordance with established procedures.
- Follows confidentiality, HIPAA and security procedures.
- Duplicates documents and forms as directed.
- Assists in care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
- Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
- Enhances professional growth and development through in-service meetings, education programs, conferences, etc.
- Performs a variety of routine clinical functions and related work as required or assigned.
- Maintains a professional demeanor and effective communications at all times.
- Performs other related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of medical assistant procedures and proper medical record documentation.
- Knowledge of /skill in English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Knowledge of basic arithmetic to make simple medical dose calculations.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff.
- Skill in operating a computer, copier, fax and other related machines.
- Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instruction.
- Ability to accurately and proficiently perform phlebotomy, dressings, vision/hearing tests and take vital signs.
- Ability to speak clearly and concisely.
- Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Ability to file and maintain patient records, files, reports, and other correspondence.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or GED.
Completion of an accredited medical assistant training program or three years of progressively responsible experience in a medical office setting.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Medical Assistant Certification
Evidence of current CPR certification or obtain by end of introductory period (company will assist with obtaining certification).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to hear and speak clearly in order to communicate information to patients and staff.
Must be able to have vision adequate to read documents, a computer screen, registration forms and other clinic documents.
Manual dexterity; the ability to lift at least 30 pounds; and the ability to stand for extended periods.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must provide own vehicle for local travel; some out of state travel may be required.