Medical AssistantThe Medical Assistant, under medical supervision, assists physicians in the delivery of healthcare services.
Job Responsibilities- Identify patients' chief complaints and record observations in patient's permanent medical record. Communicate to physician abnormal lab results
- Assist patients in completing medical history forms and prepare patients for examinations & treatment by physician. Document all phone calls with patients. Return completed patient file to designated area
- Perform height, weight, vital sign, and vision tests, recording them in the medical record
- Conduct tests and procedures as directed, such as EKGs, non-stress tests, spirometer, venipunctures, skin punctures, strep screen, glucometer, and urine tests.
- Assist health service providers with treatments and examinations of patients such as injections, wound care, pelvic exams, minor surgery, and IUD insertions; assist in the identification of psychosocial needs and consult with the health service provider.
- Clean and sterilize equipment, stock patient rooms and labs with appropriate supplies. Maintain medical supply inventory.
- Transcribe doctors' orders and prepare appropriate requisitions, forms, and calls to pharmacy. Daily follow up of pharmacy messages.
- Notify patient of any change ordered by the physician.
- Ensure Physician signs charts, labs, prescriptions, diagnostics daily.
- Maintain patient flow after check-in. Prioritize walk-in versus appointment based on conversation with patient.
- Perform triage on patient as soon as chart is ready.
- May assist more than one physician at a time.
- Comply with office policy and procedure, OSHA Standards and HIPAA Privacy Regulations as stated in HIPAA Policy and Procedure Manual.
Job Qualifications- Medical Assistant Certificate issued by an accredited institution OR
- One (1) year of experience working in a health care setting that includes direct patient contact OR
- A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and provides the required knowledge and abilities.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required
- Basic medical terminology, basic arithmetic, safe vein puncture techniques, and safe work practices in a clinic setting
Benefits- Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Vision, Dental, and Life insurances
- FSA and Life Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Advocacy, Travel Assistance, and My Secure Advantage
- PTO Accrual and Holidays
