Medical Assistant

U.S. Dermatology Partners•Olathe, KS

27d•$18 - $20

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides assistance to licensed medical providers in clinic and surgical settings and delivers safe, knowledgeable, compassionate, individualized care to patients. The role supports examinations, procedures, surgery, laboratory work, patient education, scheduling, emergency response, and the upkeep of treatment rooms and equipment. Duties are performed according to organizational policies, safety protocols, and applicable regulations. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

One or more years of experience in a medical setting is preferred.
Thorough knowledge of medical terminology is required.
Knowledge of sterile technique, anatomy, and medications.
Detail-oriented, professional, and reliable.
Management and organizational skills to support leadership of the 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 teamwork.
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 and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
Escort patients to examination, procedure, or operating rooms and prepare them for the physician.
Record medical history, medications, allergies, vital statistics, test results, and other information in medical records.
Obtain appropriate consent forms 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 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.
Authorize prescription refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies under provider direction.
Prepare and maintain neat, clean treatment rooms; clean rooms and medical equipment between patients and at the end of the day.
Inspect sterile items before opening and organize supplies on the sterile field.
Assist physicians with surgical procedures while maintaining the sterile field.
Assess patients throughout examinations, procedures, and surgeries according to facility policies, and notify the physician and RN of signs of distress.
Dispose of infectious waste and biohazard materials correctly.
Schedule patient appointments and contact medical facilities or departments to arrange tests or admissions.
Inventory instruments, supplies, and equipment; keep rooms stocked and order monthly medical emergency supplies.
Perform routine laboratory tests and sample analyses.
Document procedures accurately and in a timely manner.
Respond to emergencies according to nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols; know the location of relevant equipment and supplies.
Assist physicians during patient, employee, or visitor medical emergencies and ensure documentation follows facility policy.
Adhere to organizational policies and procedures while supporting high-quality care and customer service.
Perform other duties that may be necessary or in the organization’s best interest.