Medical Assistant

Exer Medical Corporation•Calabasas, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a Physician. The role supports patient care and clinical operations, including preparing patients and treatment rooms, assisting physicians during procedures, documenting patient information, and maintaining supplies and equipment. The position is center-based in a clinical setting.

Requirements

Medical Assistant experience.
CPT I certification.
Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs, and IM 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, with some bending and stooping.
Ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.

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 for patients.
Drape and position patients and position instruments and equipment.
Hand instruments and materials to the physician 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 a 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.
Prepare examination and treatment rooms, including instrument preparation and sterilization, prescription refills, faxing, and filing.
Demonstrate a positive work ethic and model the behaviors of being genuine, caring, and friendly.
Communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally, tailoring communication to audience needs.
Use positive communication to help customers feel informed, understood, and valued.
Contribute ideas and feedback as a team player and meet commitments.
Approach tasks and challenges with energy and passion, and pursue goals with focus and drive.
Adhere to standards of business conduct and compliance.