Medical Assistant

Exer Medical Corporation•Whittier, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a Physician. The role includes interviewing patients, measuring and recording vital signs, preparing examination and treatment rooms, assisting doctors with charting and procedures, and maintaining patient and office records. The position is center-based in a clinical setting with moderate noise and potential exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens.

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.
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 and instruments for patient examinations and treatment.
Drape and position patients, instruments, and equipment.
Hand instruments and materials to the doctor as directed.
Clean and sterilize instruments.
Inventory and order medical supplies and materials.
Administer injections or treatments and perform routine laboratory tests.
Enter data into a computer to maintain office and patient records.
Assist doctors with charting and perform chart auditing and CPT and ICD-9 reviews.
Perform venipunctures, EKGs, vital signs measurement, blood draws, and injections.
Prepare patients for examinations and treatment and assist during minor office procedures.
Prepare exam and treatment rooms, including instrument preparation and sterilization, prescription refills, faxing, and filing.
Maintain a positive, genuine, caring, and friendly work ethic and communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.
Contribute ideas and feedback as a team player, meet commitments, and complete goals with focus and energy.
Adhere to standards of business conduct and compliance.