Medical Assistant-Certified - Cardiology Physicians Clinic - Days - MFT

Memorial Hospital at Gulfport•Gulfport, MS

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the physician(s) in the clinic, the Certified Medical Assistant assists in the delivery of primary health care and patient case management. The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting the physician in clinical and administrative functions.

Requirements

High School or GED and a Vocational/Technical Diploma from a medical assistant program
Valid and current medical assistant certification from an accredited program (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, CCMA)
Knowledge of infection control and hygiene
Basic understanding of computer operations and keyboarding, including electronic medical records
Good oral and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Clerical skills
Ability to interpret physicians order and carry them out as requested
Ability to educate patients
Ability to organize work and effectively maintain patient flow
Must be patient/customer service oriented, projecting professionalism and sensitivity
Ability to lift, push, pull and position patients or equipment
Frequent reaching, sitting walking, and standing may be required
No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling or everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or one-year postsecondary education in medical field
1 year as a medical assistant working under physician supervision in a medical office or clinic setting

Responsibilities

Performs patient care services
Monitors patient flow to assure best use of physician time
Monitors patients to assure their comfort, privacy, and safety
Obtains vitals, chief complaint, and current history for each patient and prepares them for exam
Communicates patient/family healthcare needs to the appropriate healthcare provider
Reports significant events and situations to healthcare provider
Assists physician during any minor procedures as requested
Administers appropriate medication as ordered by physician under their direct supervision
Documents effectiveness of medication administered
Completes appropriate laboratory tests, or prepares request forms for appropriate tests ordered by provider
Schedules as necessary
Participates in patient/family teaching within knowledgeable areas
Performs clinical and administrative functions
Assures concise reporting and documentation of information
Requests/sends medical records or test results from/to appropriate departments
Gathers all laboratory test results and attaches to patient's chart per physician's request
Completes scheduled and non-scheduled duties
Utilizes and accounts for all resources
Cleans and stocks examination and minor procedure rooms for each patient and procedure per OSHA standards
Ensures all patient care equipment is in proper working order
Prepares medical/procedural equipment for sterilization