Medical Assistant (MA) Bariatrics
$1000 Sign on Bonus
A non-exempt medical office position responsible for providing direct nursing care in
a medical office setting under the direction of a physician, assists medical providers, and maintains a
clean and safe environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the practice.
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Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
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Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
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Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable
of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and
state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect
his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a
timely and appropriate manner.
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Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs, history,
medication listing, assessing visual acuity and determining chief complaint. Assesses
patients’ physical and mental status.
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Completes all necessary documentation in the patient’s medical record in accordance with
practice’s charting policy.
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Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams and medical
procedures
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Administers prescribed oral medications and gives intramuscular and subcutaneous and
intradermal injections. Performs venipunctures, CLIA-Waived and non-CLIA Waived lab
testing.
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Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and visitors. This includes
cleaning, sterilizing, and storing instruments in accordance with practice policies. Stocks
rooms in preparation for the daily work schedule. Takes inventory of medical and exam room
Supplies. Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for
protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical
disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances. Arranges for specialized consultations and appointments for testing as ordered by the
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physicians. Notifies appropriate insurance personnel to pre-certify surgeries or tests ordered
by the physician or other health care provider, which require pre-certification by the insurance
Company. Answering office phones, assisting front desk in scheduling appointments and directing calls
appropriately.
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Assists in checking out patients and assists them with referral processing and scheduling
Process. Assist in other functions of the physician practice as neede
Education: High school diploma/GED required with completion of an accredited Medical Assisting
Program or equilvant relevant work experience in lieu of education.
Certification: Medical Assistant preferred (required in some TPR markets) and CPR certification
Experience: Must have a minimum of one year of experience working in a physician office
Other Requirements: Occasional local travel to support other clinics is required.
Sign on bonus is for new hires only!
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