Cert Med Asst

Mizell Memorial Hospital•Opp, AL

15h

About The Position

The medical assistant supports the provider and LPN in the daily clinical and clerical operations of the assigned clinic. Under the direction of the clinic provider, the role performs routine technical clinical and clerical duties and assists with other patient-care activities. The medical assistant is expected to demonstrate ethical and appropriate conduct, respect patients’ dignity and rights, address age-specific and other care needs, and maintain confidentiality. The position includes radiographic procedures under the administrative supervision of a licensed physician. The medical assistant is also a first point of contact for patients, other doctors, and professional or business contacts; responsibilities include patient check-in and handling incoming and outgoing calls. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. Work is performed indoors under normal temperature conditions in a well-lit, ventilated, clean area. Some areas are limited in space, the employee usually works around others, and moderate noise may occur. Work may involve muscular strain when supporting, lifting, or assisting patients, exposure to communicable diseases, and on-the-job injuries. This position is classified as OSHA Category I for exposure to blood and body substances; appropriate protective measures are required for Category I tasks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
BLS certification required.
Certification from an accredited Medical Assistant program; maintain certification with the relevant board.
Basic computer skills.
Interpersonal skills, including customer relations, grammar, reading, and organizational skills.
Ability to perform tests and interpret test results.
Ability to take vital signs and knowledge of normal ranges.
Ability to adapt to new procedures.
Ability to perform the physical activities listed, including walking, standing, stooping, lifting, balancing, sitting, kneeling, hearing, reaching, pulling, talking, seeing, turning, carrying, pushing, handling, and writing.
Ability to reach above the head, push or pull 5 pounds, lift or carry up to 15 pounds, and lift from floor to waist level.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of prior EMR systems is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Follow applicable regulatory requirements and governing practices.
Attend work as scheduled and complete responsibilities according to established guidelines, protocols, and time frames.
Work cooperatively and respectfully with other personnel and assist other clinics as needed.
Maintain confidentiality of patients’ medical conditions, personal problems, and medical records.
Show initiative, maintain a neat appearance in accordance with the Dress Code Policy, and communicate effectively.
Check in patients; gather medical history, medication lists, drug allergies, past surgeries, vital signs, and history of present illness; and document findings in the EMR.
Perform routine laboratory tests as ordered by a physician, including glucometer, urinalysis, flu, strep, COVID swabs, and other in-office tests.
Draw blood for routine laboratory tests and prepare samples to be sent out for testing.
Administer medications and perform injections as ordered by providers.
Assist providers with wound care, dressing changes, procedures, and placing orders under their direction.
Perform clerical duties as needed and other related duties as assigned.
Assist providers and the LPN with daily clinical and clerical operations, including radiographic procedures under the administrative supervision of a licensed physician.
Manage the patient check-in process and attend to incoming and outgoing telephone calls.