Medical Assistant (Not a Remote Position)

NOT A REMOTE POSITION.

General Statement of Duties

The Medical Assistant is responsible for understanding the use of and maintenance of medical equipment, medications, and electronic health records. They assist health care providers with routine medical procedures. They assist in delivery of primary care in an ambulatory setting with emphasis on prevention and health maintenance. The Medical Assistant functions in accordance with established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. This position reports to the Clinical Manager, Medical Provider, and the Medical Director.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions

· Interview patients to obtain medical information.

· Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the provider.

· Record patients’ medical history, vital statistics, and information such as test results in electronic medical records

· Explain treatment procedures, medications, and providers instructions to patients.

· Prepare exam rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.

· Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.

· Perform general office duties including answering telephones, scheduling appointments and data entry.

· Prepare and administer medications.

· Perform other duties as assigned.