Medical Assistant

Georgia Urology PA•Cartersville, GA

12d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Certified Medical Assistant provides care and service to patients and physicians and assists the Physician with patient flow in a professional and courteous manner. The position includes documenting patient histories and vital signs, preparing patients and examination rooms, assisting during examinations, providing patient education, administering medications as directed, coordinating orders and treatment pre-certifications, and following up on laboratory results and patient records. The Medical Assistant also collects specimens, performs venipuncture on assigned patients when applicable, and maintains HIPAA compliance and OSHA standards of care. 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.
Attention to detail when 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.
Computer literacy and working knowledge of medical software applications, including EMR and EHR, and Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Two years of Medical Assistant experience is 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, instruction, and education about 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 laboratory work and records, including biopsy, cystoscopy, urinalysis, and blood work.
Ensure patients are scheduled with the correct provider.
Remove stents, sutures, and other 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, except in pediatrics.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and OSHA standards of care.
Maintain positive and respectful dialogue.
Perform other duties as assigned.