Medical Assistant - Certified (12420)

CULLMAN REGIONAL•Cullman, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides excellent customer service and maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment. The Medical Assistant will verify patient information, prepare patients for exams by collecting medical history and vital signs, document medications and allergies, and assist providers during testing, examinations, and procedures. Responsibilities also include administering and recording medications and immunizations, collecting specimens for laboratory tests, stocking exam rooms, and performing administrative duties such as answering calls and verifying reports. The role emphasizes demonstrating and encouraging team behavior, exceptional patient/guest experiences, and upholding patient safety and quality.

Requirements

Medical assistant certification from the Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants.
Excellent assessment skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to work independently and effectively in a busy environment.
Knowledge of EMRs and regulatory practices.

Nice To Haves

1 year of previous experience in a clinical or hospital environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following policies and procedures.
Verify patient information by interviewing patient and confirming purpose of the visit.
Secure patient information and maintain patient confidence by keeping patient information confidential.
Prepare patients for exams by collecting medical history, vital signs and required clinical information.
Document patients' current medications and all allergies.
Assist provider during testing, examinations and procedures when needed.
Follow provider's instructions to complete patient treatment.
Provide and record all medications and immunizations ordered by provider and given to the patient.
Take patients’ specimens and carry out laboratory test(s) ordered by the provider.
Stocking exam rooms.
Keep supplies ready by taking inventory of stock; communicate with the manager when an order needs to be placed.
Perform administrative duties such as answering incoming calls, returning calls, and verifying lab and x-ray reports are received.
Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences.
Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.