Medical Assistant
About The Position
The Medical Assistant assists with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. The role supports clinical care and office operations by preparing patients and treatment rooms, assisting physicians during procedures, maintaining patient records, and performing routine clinical tasks. 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 duties, 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.
- Neat and professional appearance.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant.
- Ability to stand and sit for extended periods, bend and stoop, use manual dexterity for clinical requirements, and lift 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Interview patients, measure vital signs including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and record information in patient charts.
- Prepare treatment and examination rooms for patients.
- Drape and position patients, instruments, and equipment.
- Hand instruments and materials to the physician as directed.
- Clean and sterilize instruments.
- Inventory and order medical supplies and materials.
- Give injections or treatments and perform routine laboratory tests.
- Enter data into a computer 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 exam and treatment rooms, including instrument preparation and sterilization, prescription refills, faxing, and filing.
- Adhere to standards of business conduct and compliance.
- Communicate positively and effectively with patients and coworkers, contribute to the team, meet commitments, and complete goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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