MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Georgia Urology PA•Cartersville, GA

22d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Certified Medical Assistant provides care and service to patients and physicians, assisting the physician with patient flow in a professional and courteous manner. The position involves gathering and documenting patient information, preparing patients and examination rooms, supporting physicians during examinations, and carrying out assigned clinical and administrative tasks. The Medical Assistant must maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and OSHA standards. The role requires flexibility to work at different locations.

Requirements

Current Medical Assistant certification is required.
A valid State of Georgia driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
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.
Ability to stand, sit, and work at a computer station throughout the day.
Flexibility and availability to work at different locations.

Nice To Haves

Two years of Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain, review, and document patient medical history and record vital signs in the EMR.
Prepare patients for examination 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 a physician.
Process pharmacy requests as directed by a physician.
Pre-certify patients for treatment.
Pull all orders, including telephone orders, and ensure there are no open patient orders.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for processing.
Follow up promptly on patient lab results and records, including biopsies, cystoscopies, urinalyses, and blood work.
Ensure patients are scheduled with the correct provider.
Remove stents, sutures, and other items as directed by a physician.
Maintain examination-room cleanliness and upkeep, and arrange instruments and equipment.
Perform venipuncture accurately and carefully for assigned patients; this duty does not apply in Pediatrics.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and OSHA standards of care.
Maintain positive and respectful dialogue.
Perform other duties as assigned.