Medical Assistant, Lawrence Pulmonary Specialists

LMH Health•Quincy, FL

About The Position

A Medical Assistant performs administrative and/or clinical tasks supporting physicians and other healthcare professionals. The position assists with primary health care delivery and patient care management while maintaining strict patient confidentiality. The role also supports patient safety, clinic operations, and the efficient flow of patients.

Requirements

Meet at least one of the following qualifications: current or previous Kansas Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA); enrollment in or completion of a Medical Assistant program; active Kansas Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); nursing student who has successfully completed the first semester of nursing skills in an accredited nursing program; completion of or current enrollment in an accredited higher education university pre-med, pre-optometry, pre-PA, or pre-dentistry program; or completion of an accredited surgical technologist program.
Successfully complete the department skills checklist within 90 days of hire if applying through the nursing student, pre-professional university program, or surgical technologist program qualification.
BLS certification upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Certified or registered as a Medical Assistant.
Six months of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Update and file patient medical records and complete insurance forms as needed.
Take medical histories, record vital signs, and document medical information using appropriate electronic applications or forms.
Explain treatment procedures and prepare patients for examinations while maintaining their privacy.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, dispose of contaminated supplies, and sterilize medical instruments.
Assist with wound care and cast care as needed.
Handle correspondence, schedule appointments, and arrange hospital and laboratory services.
Provide basic patient teaching about procedures, laboratory tests, and medications.
Maintain the smooth flow of patients through the clinic.
Assist with callbacks to support prompt, prioritized patient care, including communication with patients, pharmacies, and insurance companies.
Authorize drug refills as directed and telephone prescriptions to pharmacies if certified or registered as a medical assistant.
Ensure treatment rooms are equipped with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment, and keep waiting and examination rooms neat and clean.
Organize and prioritize assigned duties and interact with patients professionally and empathetically.
Comply with laws and regulations for maintaining patient information.
Communicate patient safety and care issues through appropriate channels.
Assess and correct safety issues in patient rooms and surrounding areas.
Participate in intra- and interdepartmental committee activities.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.