Medical Assistant

Georgia Urology PA•Fayetteville, GA

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 gathering and documenting patient information, assisting with examinations and treatment, managing orders and follow-ups, preparing laboratory specimens and examination rooms, and maintaining applicable privacy and safety standards. The Medical Assistant must be flexible and available 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 in medical software applications, including EMR and EHR, and 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 examinations 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 and process pharmacy requests as directed.
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, urinalyses, 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 on assigned patients accurately and carefully, except in pediatrics.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and OSHA standards of care.
Maintain positive and respectful dialogue.
Perform other duties as assigned.