Medical Assistant
About The Position
The Medical Assistant assists in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a Physician. The role includes interviewing patients, recording medical information, preparing examination and treatment rooms, supporting physicians during examinations and minor procedures, administering injections and treatments, performing routine laboratory tests, and maintaining office and patient records. The Medical Assistant is expected to communicate effectively, contribute as a dependable team member, maintain a positive and professional demeanor, complete goals with focus, and adhere to business conduct and compliance standards. This is a center-based position in a clinical setting with moderate noise and potential exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. The work requires standing and sitting for extended periods, some bending and stooping, manual dexterity for clinical tasks, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- Medical Assistant experience.
- CPT I certification.
- Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs, and IM injections.
- Ability to work well under pressure and respond quickly to tasks.
- Neat and professional appearance.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant.
Responsibilities
- Interview patients, measure vital signs including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and record information in patient charts.
- Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations and treatments.
- Drape and position patients, instruments, and equipment as appropriate.
- Hand instruments and materials to the physician as directed.
- Clean and sterilize instruments.
- Inventory and order medical supplies and materials.
- Administer injections and treatments and perform routine laboratory tests.
- Enter data into computer systems to maintain office and patient records.
- Assist doctors with charting.
- Audit charts and review CPT and ICD-9 information.
- Perform venipunctures, EKGs, vital-sign measurements, blood draws, and injections.
- Prepare patients for examination and treatment and assist during minor office procedures.
- Prepare examination and treatment rooms, including instrument preparation and sterilization, prescription refills, faxing, and filing.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with patients and colleagues, contributing as a dependable team member.
- Adhere to standards of business conduct and compliance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
