Medical Assistant - Warwick
SUMMARY:
The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory setting under the supervision of the Ambulatory Clinical Manager, Practice Manager, and Licensed Independent Practitioner. The role supports patient- and family-centered care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients while following established policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepares patients for examinations, obtains and documents vital signs, chief complaints, medication reconciliation, medical histories, pain scores, and other required information in the EMR.
- Performs pre-visit planning by reviewing patient records, recent test results, consultations, and correspondence.
- Performs point-of-care testing, including blood pressure, EKG, pulse oximetry, Hgb A1-C, glucose, urinalysis, urine HCG, rapid strep testing, and other approved tests.
- Assists providers with physical examinations and procedures using appropriate aseptic techniques.
- Administers vaccines and places PPDs according to established protocols.
- Tracks laboratory orders and results, referrals, and consultation reports and conducts patient outreach as needed.
- Reports abnormal laboratory results promptly to the physician or nurse.
- Provides patient education regarding procedures, testing preparation, follow-up care, and coordination of services.
- Schedules tests and follow-up appointments, verifies demographic and insurance information, and obtains prior authorizations as needed.
- Maintains clean, stocked, and properly prepared examination rooms and medical equipment.
- Assists with administrative duties, patient correspondence, prescription refill requests, and other office needs.
- Maintains patient privacy, confidentiality, infection-control standards, and established safety procedures.
- Supports efficient patient flow and works collaboratively as part of the healthcare team.
- Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Medical Assistant certification preferred.
- Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant training program or a minimum of three years of Medical Assistant experience required.
Pay Range:
$18.13-$29.90EEO Statement:
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location:
Brown Health Medical Group Primary Care - 593 Eddy St - Executive Suite Providence, Rhode Island 02903Work Type:
M-F 7:45am - 5:30pmWork Shift:
DayDaily Hours:
8 hoursDriving Required:
No