MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Georgia Urology PA•Canton, GA

12d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Certified Medical Assistant provides outstanding care to patients and physicians and assists the Physician with patient flow in a professional and courteous manner. The role includes documenting patient histories and vital signs in the EMR, supporting examinations and treatment, coordinating orders and follow-up, preparing specimens, and maintaining examination rooms. The Medical Assistant must follow HIPAA requirements and OSHA standards of care and maintain respectful, confidential communication. The position requires flexibility to work at different locations.

Requirements

Current Medical Assistant certification is required.
A valid State of Georgia driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
Ability to understand and follow medical charts and diagnoses.
Precision when taking vital signs and recording patient information.
Ability to discuss patient information tactfully and confidentially with physicians and other medical personnel.
Ability to interact calmly and professionally with patients who may be in pain or distress.
Excellent organizational, time-management, and follow-through skills.
Proficiency in and working knowledge of medical software applications, including EMR and EHR, and Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Two years of Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain, review, and document patient medical history and record vital signs in the EMR.
Prepare patients for examination and assist the physician during examinations.
Provide patients with accurate information, instructions, and education related to medical visits and treatment procedures.
Administer medications as directed by the physician.
Process pharmacy requests as directed by the physician.
Pre-certify patients for treatment.
Pull all orders, including telephone orders, and ensure there are no patient open orders.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for processing.
Follow up promptly on patient laboratory results and records, including biopsy, cystoscopy, urinalysis, and blood work.
Ensure patients are scheduled with the correct provider.
Remove stents, sutures, and similar items as directed by the physician.
Maintain examination rooms by keeping them clean and arranging instruments and equipment.
Perform venipuncture on assigned patients accurately and carefully; not applicable in Pediatrics.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and OSHA standards of care.
Maintain positive and respectful dialogue.
Perform other duties as assigned.