Medical Assistant (74978)

Women's Care•Clearwater, FL

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides professional clinical care to patients in accordance with established standards and practices. The role prepares patients for office visits and supports patients and family members before, during, and after visits. The Medical Assistant prepares patients for examinations and assists providers with treatments, procedures, examinations, and testing. The position also supports safe, professional patient care and contributes to team activities and the organization’s mission and values.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
For Florida positions, Certified Medical Assistant status is preferred, or the ability to obtain certification within the first 120 days of employment. Eligibility for employment and MA certification requires graduation from a nationally accredited Medical Assistant program or service in the Armed Forces as a Medical Technician with honorable discharge.
Current CPR and/or BLS certification is preferred, or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days of employment through Women’s Care training.
Working knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer injections, if applicable.
Ability to perform dosage calculations and measurement conversions.
Ability to communicate and interact professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal personnel, providers, outside organizations, patients, and family members.
Good organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and work effectively with the groups and individuals described.
Ability to use a computer and enter data into an electronic medical records application; eCW is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Dependable, reliable, and punctual.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in OB/GYN or Primary Care.
Certified Medical Assistant certification.
Current CPR and/or BLS certification.
Experience with eCW electronic medical records application.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examination and assist providers during treatment, procedures, examinations, and testing.
Prepare, restock, and sterilize examination rooms, procedure rooms, laboratory areas, and other patient care areas according to established policies and procedures.
Record patients’ medical history, health maintenance information, and chief complaint.
Measure, record, and document vital signs.
When applicable and as directed by the provider, perform phlebotomy, injections, and other specimen collection according to established policies and procedures.
Educate patients by providing information and instructions as directed by the provider.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Sterilize medical instruments according to established standards and procedures.
Relay messages from patients and front office staff to providers.
Represent the office professionally and treat internal and external customers courteously and cooperatively.
Participate in team activities and professional development activities.
Attend required meetings.
Demonstrate and embody Women’s Care’s mission and core values.
Comply with HIPAA rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.