The Medical Assistant (MA) is a vital member of the healthcare team, responsible for gathering patient information, communicating effectively, and acting upon delegated tasks from providers, registered nurses, or licensed practical nurses within their scope of practice. The MA performs a blend of clerical and direct patient care duties. Clerical tasks include greeting patients, managing phone calls, scheduling appointments, and maintaining electronic medical records (EMR). Clinical duties involve preparing patients for examinations, taking medical histories, recording vital signs, preparing exam rooms, explaining procedures, facilitating patient flow, and assisting physicians, nurse practitioners, or physician assistants during examinations.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED