Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine Clinic
About The Position
Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the Medical Assistant provides patient care by performing or assisting with medical procedures and tests used in the examination and treatment of patients. Duties include taking vital signs, assisting with procedures and treatments, administering injections, and performing venipuncture. The Medical Assistant also performs clerical duties that support efficient clinic operations. The role works collaboratively with providers and patients, prepares examination rooms and supplies, gathers patient histories, documents care, and assists with tests, medication-related tasks, referrals, and routine examinations. The position emphasizes professional, courteous service, effective communication, and participation in continuous quality improvement.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and six months of experience as a Medical Assistant or Patient Care Tech; alternatively, a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a medical assistant, emergency medical technician, nurse assistant, licensed practical nurse, armed services medic, or patient care technician program.
- For clinics with the Rural Health Designation, obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six months of hire. Certification must be issued by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, Canadian equivalents, or MHC-approved providers for resuscitation certification.
- For positions designated as float positions, travel to or between clinics is required.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential through American Medical Technologists (AMT).
- Electronic medical record experience.
- One year of experience working in a medical office with multiple providers.
- Previous experience working in a medical office of the same specialty.
Responsibilities
- Respond promptly, professionally, and courteously to customers’ needs.
- Cooperate and communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff.
- Contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts.
- Prepare examination rooms, including turning on computer terminals and stocking supplies.
- Organize forms for physical examinations and other visits.
- Collect patient histories and prepare patients and the necessary equipment and supplies for visits.
- Document interventions, patient and family responses, medication dispensed or prescribed, vital signs, and other information in patient charts or computer systems.
- Administer EKGs, PFTs, immunizations, and medicines; draw blood as directed.
- Obtain approval for prescriptions and phone them in as directed.
- Complete laboratory slips and referral forms as directed.
- Assist with routine procedures for gynecological examinations, physicals, and office visits.
- Perform or assist with vital signs, treatments, injections, venipuncture, and other medical procedures and tests.
Benefits
- $2,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
