Medical Assistant
About The Position
The Medical Assistant assists with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a Physician. This center-based role involves preparing patients, treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment; assisting physicians during examinations and minor procedures; performing clinical tasks such as vital-sign measurements, venipunctures, blood draws, EKGs, injections, and routine laboratory tests; and maintaining patient and office records. The role also calls for a positive, caring, and friendly approach, clear communication, effective teamwork, and adherence to business conduct and compliance standards. The position is performed in a clinical setting with moderate noise and potential exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. It requires the ability to stand and sit for extended periods, bend and stoop, use manual dexterity for clinical duties, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- Medical Assistant experience.
- CPT I certification.
- Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital-sign measurements, and intramuscular 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.
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, including preparing and sterilizing instruments and equipment.
- Drape and position patients and position instruments and equipment.
- Hand instruments and materials to the doctor 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 the 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 examinations and treatment and assist during minor office procedures.
- Handle prescription refills, faxing, and filing.
- Communicate positively with customers so they feel informed, understood, and valued.
- Contribute ideas and feedback as a team player, meet commitments, and complete goals.
- Adhere to standards of business conduct and compliance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
