Medical Assistant

InStride Foot & Ankle Specialists•Statesville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists the physician with patient care, patient triage at office visit, documentation, clerical, and organizational tasks. Assists with appointment scheduling and maintaining medical record. Daily interaction with patients while assisting the physician in examinations and treatments.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent required.
Must have thorough understanding of HIPAA and OSHA compliance.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology.

Nice To Haves

Recognized/certified as a CMA, MOA or RMA preferred.

Responsibilities

Follows the patient intake/rooming work in place at the practice.
Record patient vital and medical statistics for MIPS.
Assist with reviewing medication history and updating medication list.
Utilizes standard precautions, complies with policies and other Regulatory Agency standards as applicable to the practice.
Taking vitals and detailed medical history utilizing E.M.R. technology for documentation.
Assists with patient inquiries for prescription refills, appointment scheduling, and referral authorization as needed.
Monitors inventory and stocks medical supplies and emergency medications/equipment specific to the practice setting.
Ensures that all ordered laboratory and diagnostic tests are tracked and logged, and that the provider is presented with all test results.
Measure, fit and dispense Durable Medical Equipment (DME).
Take X-rays using a digital or traditional X-ray machines.
Handle X-ray chemicals.
Autoclave sterilization of surgical equipment.
Setup procedures, prepare rooms for patient care.
Communicate with doctor and front office staff for efficient care.
Assisting with wound care and post-op care.
Other duties, responsibilities and activities as needed.