Medical Assistant - St Augustine

Suncoast Skin Solutions•Saint Augustine, FL

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists the Provider in delivering high-quality direct and indirect patient care, aiming to make patients feel like family. This role involves both clinical and administrative duties, ensuring efficient operation and patient satisfaction.

Requirements

High school diploma, AA degree or higher
Knowledgeable in computer programs
Customer service skills
Excellent verbal communication skills
Efficiency
Attention to details
Organized
Punctual
Takes initiative, proactive
Team Player
Honesty/Integrity
Flexible
Calm under pressure
“A Doer”, persistence
Problem solver, Strategic thinking, Creativity
Analytical skills
Clear and concise communication/Listening skills
Quick Learner, Intelligence
Follow through on commitments
Enthusiastic, Friendly, Positive attitude
Openness to advice and constructive criticism
Strong work ethic

Nice To Haves

Medical assistant diploma and certification preferred
Knowledgeable in EMR systems
1 year of experience with EMR systems
Certified Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas
Assist with examinations, invasive and non-invasive procedures or treatments
Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control
Comply with quality assurance practices
Screen and follow up on patients test results
Collect and process specimens; log specimens
Perform diagnostic tests if applicable
Obtain patient medical history and vitals
Prepare and administer medication (excludes controlled drugs)
Maintain accurate medication records
Recognize and respond to emergencies
Call or enter in prescriptions per physicians orders
Maintain drug sample supply on hand. Discard appropriately expired samples
Assist in general housekeeping duties including weekly scrub-down of all patient care areas
Perform routine equipment maintenance and maintain logs (i.e. autoclave, eye wash stations and clinical refrigerators)
Initiate and process prescription medication prior authorizations
Demonstrates initiative and responsibility
Able to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focus
Adheres to ethical principles
Adapts to change
Attends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/education
Recognizes and respects cultural diversity
Adapts communication to individual’s ability to understand
Uses professional, pleasant telephone etiquette
Uses medical terminology appropriately
Treats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respect
Projects a professional manner and image
Consistent attendance and punctuality
Adherence to time clock procedures
Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately
Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information
Practices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilities
Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast’s Employee Handbook
Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA