MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Georgia Urology PA•Decatur, GA

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Certified Medical Assistant provides outstanding care to patients and physicians and assists the physician with patient flow in a professional and courteous manner. The role includes supporting examinations and treatment, documenting patient information, coordinating orders and follow-up, and maintaining examination rooms and required standards of care. The position requires flexibility and availability to work at different locations.

Requirements

Current Medical Assistant certification is required.
Two years of Medical Assistant experience is preferred.
Ability to understand and follow medical charts and diagnoses.
Precision in taking vital signs and recording patient information.
Ability to discuss patient information tactfully and confidentially with physicians and other medical personnel.
Ability to interact calmly and professionally with patients who may be in pain or distress.
Excellent organizational, time-management, and follow-through skills.
Proficiency in and working knowledge of medical software applications, including EMR and EHR, and Microsoft Office applications.
Valid State of Georgia driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
Ability to meet the physical demands of substantial standing, sitting, and working at a computer station throughout the day.
Flexibility and availability to work at different locations.

Nice To Haves

Two years of Medical Assistant experience.

Responsibilities

Obtain, review, and document patient medical histories and record vital signs in the EMR.
Prepare patients for examinations and assist the physician during examinations.
Provide patients with accurate information, instructions, and education related to medical visits and treatment procedures.
Administer medications as directed by the physician.
Process pharmacy requests as directed by the physician.
Pre-certify patients for treatment.
Pull all orders, including telephone orders, and ensure there are no patient open orders.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for processing.
Follow up proactively and promptly on patient labs, including biopsies, cystoscopies, urinalysis, and blood work, and on patient records.
Ensure patients are scheduled with the correct provider.
Remove stents, sutures, and similar items as directed by the physician.
Maintain examination-room upkeep and cleanliness and arrange instruments and equipment.
Perform venipuncture accurately and carefully on assigned patients; this duty does not apply in pediatrics.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and OSHA standards of care.
Maintain positive and respectful dialogue at all times.
Perform other duties as assigned.