Medical Assistant

U.S. Dermatology Partners•Tucson, AZ

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides assistance to licensed medical providers in clinic and surgical settings, delivering safe, knowledgeable, compassionate, individualized care. The role supports patient examinations and treatment, surgical procedures, laboratory work, documentation, scheduling, room and equipment readiness, and emergency response. The position has no supervisory responsibilities and may include other duties necessary or in the best interest of the organization.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of sterile technique, anatomy, and medications.
Detail-oriented, professional attitude, and reliability.
Management and organizational skills to support leadership of this function.
Ability to follow or provide verbal and written instructions, with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid mistakes or misinterpretations.
Interpersonal skills to support customer service, functional needs, and teammate support.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Mathematical and/or analytical ability for basic to intermediate problem solving.
Basic to intermediate computer operation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Specialty knowledge of systems relating to the job function.
Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations and a general understanding of HIPAA guidelines.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

Serve as a patient advocate during examinations and treatment.
Interview patients, obtain medical information, and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
Escort patients to examination, procedure, or operating rooms and prepare them for the physician.
Record medical histories, medications, allergies, vital statistics, test results, and other information in medical records.
Ensure consent forms are obtained before preparing patients for treatment.
Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician, following medication safety protocols and checking expiration dates.
Collect, log, and prepare blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens for testing.
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, wound care, and physicians’ instructions to patients.
Assist physicians with examinations and treatment, including handing instruments and materials, giving injections, and removing sutures.
Under provider direction, authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
Prepare treatment rooms, keep them neat and clean, inspect sterile items, and organize supplies on sterile fields.
Assist physicians during surgical procedures while maintaining a sterile field.
Monitor patients during examinations, procedures, and surgery; notify the physician and RN of signs of distress in accordance with facility policies.
Clean rooms and medical equipment between patients and at the end of the day; dispose of infectious waste and biohazard materials correctly.
Schedule patient appointments and contact medical facilities or departments to arrange tests or admissions.
Change wound dressings.
Greet patients arriving at the office or clinic.
Inventory instruments, supplies, and equipment; keep rooms stocked.
Perform routine laboratory tests and sample analyses.
Document all procedures accurately and in a timely manner.
Respond to emergencies in accordance with nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols; know the location and use of relevant equipment and supplies.
Assist physicians with patient, employee, or visitor medical emergencies and document them according to facility policy.
Inventory and order medical emergency supplies monthly and ensure equipment is in proper working order.
Follow organizational policies and procedures while supporting high-quality care and customer service.
Perform other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization.