Medical Assistant

Georgia Urology PA•Jasper, GA

19d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Certified Medical Assistant provides outstanding care to patients and physicians and assists the physician with patient flow in a professional and courteous manner. The role includes supporting examinations, patient education and treatment, medication administration, laboratory specimen processing, and maintaining accurate patient records. The Medical Assistant is expected to maintain HIPAA compliance and OSHA standards, communicate respectfully, and be flexible 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.
Computer literacy and proficiency with medical software applications such as EMR and EHR, as well as Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Two years of Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain, review, and document patient medical histories 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 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 open patient orders.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for processing.
Follow up proactively and promptly on patient laboratory results and records, including biopsies, cystoscopies, urinalysis, and blood work.
Ensure patients are scheduled with the correct provider.
Remove stents, sutures, and similar items as directed by the physician.
Maintain examination-room cleanliness and upkeep, and arrange instruments and equipment.
Perform venipuncture accurately and carefully on 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.