Certified Medical Assistant

U.S. Dermatology Partners•Kansas City, MO

13d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides assistance to licensed medical providers in clinic and surgical settings, delivering safe, knowledgeable, compassionate, individualized patient care. The role supports patient exams and treatment, surgical procedures, laboratory work, office operations, and emergency response while following organizational policies, safety protocols, and applicable regulations.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of sterile technique, anatomy, and medications.
Detail-oriented, professional, and reliable.
Management and organizational skills to support leadership of this function.
Ability to follow or provide verbal and written instructions, with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid mistakes or misinterpretations.
Interpersonal skills to support customer service, functional, and teammate needs.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Mathematical and/or analytical ability for basic to intermediate problem solving.
Basic to intermediate computer operation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Specialty knowledge of systems relating to the job function.
Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations and a general understanding of HIPAA guidelines.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in a medical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Advocate for patients during examinations and treatment.
Interview patients, obtain medical information, and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
Escort patients to examination, procedure, or operating rooms and prepare them for the physician.
Record medical history, medications, allergies, vital statistics, and test results in medical records.
Ensure appropriate consent forms are obtained before preparing patients for treatment.
Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician, following medication safety protocols and checking expiration dates.
Collect, log, and prepare blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens for testing.
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, wound care, and physician instructions to patients.
Assist physicians with examinations and treatment, including handing them instruments and materials, giving injections, and removing sutures.
Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies under provider direction.
Prepare and maintain neat, clean treatment rooms for patient examinations.
Inspect sterile items before opening and organize supplies on the sterile field.
Assist physicians with surgical procedures while maintaining a sterile field.
Assess patients during exams, procedures, and surgery according to facility policies, and notify the physician and RN of signs of distress.
Clean rooms and medical equipment between patients and at the end of the day.
Dispose of infectious waste and biohazard materials correctly.
Schedule patient appointments and coordinate tests or admissions with medical facilities or departments.
Greet patients arriving at the office or clinic.
Change wound dressings.
Inventory instruments, supplies, and equipment; assess needs and keep rooms stocked.
Perform routine laboratory tests and sample analyses.
Document procedures accurately and promptly.
Respond to emergencies according to nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols, maintaining knowledge of equipment and supply locations.
Assist physicians during patient, employee, or visitor medical emergencies and document care according to facility policy.
Inventory and order medical emergency supplies monthly and ensure equipment is in proper working order.
Follow policies and procedures while supporting high-quality care and customer service.
Perform other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization.