Medical Assistant - GI/Hepatology, Scts. - MA
About The Position
The medical assistant performs assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in the ambulatory setting to meet patients’ care needs under the direct supervision of a physician or assigned supervisor. As a member of the health care team, the medical assistant accepts appropriate delegation from the RN or physician to help meet the needs of patients and families. The role carries out tasks according to the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care. The medical assistant performs designated activities within the functions permitted by law for unlicensed health care personnel.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant diploma or associate degree program.
- Active Medical Assistant certification (CMA), registration (RMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) credential.
- Maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Computer proficiency, including prior experience with electronic medical record systems.
- Ability to work daytime hours, with flexibility to meet staffing needs.
- Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
Responsibilities
- Perform assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in the ambulatory setting.
- Accept appropriate delegation from an RN or physician to meet the needs of patients and families.
- Carry out assigned tasks in accordance with the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care.
- Perform designated activities permitted by law for unlicensed health care personnel.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
