Medical Assistant

Exer Medical Corporation•Burbank, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a Physician. The role includes patient intake and clinical support, preparing examination and treatment rooms, assisting doctors with procedures and charting, maintaining records, and handling clinical supplies. The position is center-based in a clinical setting with moderate noise and potential exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. It requires standing and sitting for extended periods, some bending and stooping, manual dexterity for clinical tasks, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Requirements

Medical Assistant experience.
CPT I certification.
Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs, 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.
Ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, bend and stoop, use manual dexterity for clinical requirements, and lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Interview patients, measure vital signs such as 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 for examinations.
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 examination and treatment and assist during minor office procedures.
Handle prescription refills, faxing, and filing.
Demonstrate a contagious, positive work ethic and model the behaviors of being genuine, caring, and friendly.
Communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally, adapting communication to audience needs.
Use genuine, positive communication to help each customer feel informed, understood, and special.
Contribute ideas and feedback as a team player and meet commitments.
Approach tasks and challenges with energy and passion, maintain focus and drive, and complete goals.
Adhere to standards of business conduct and compliance.