Medical Assistant

Women's Care•London, KY

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides professional clinical care to patients in accordance with established standards and practices. The role prepares patients for office visits and assists patients and family members before, during, and after a doctor’s visit. The Medical Assistant prepares patients for examinations and assists providers with treatment, procedures, examinations, and testing. The position also supports a safe and professional clinical environment and embodies Women’s Care’s mission and core values.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Working knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer injections, if applicable.
Ability to perform dosage calculations and measurement conversions.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with internal personnel, providers, outside organizations, patients, and patients’ family members.
Good organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and work effectively with the listed groups.
Ability to use a computer and enter data in an electronic medical records application.
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Dependability, reliability, and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant credential preferred (Florida only), or ability to obtain certification within the first 120 days of employment. Eligibility requires graduation from a nationally accredited Medical Assistant program or honorable discharge after serving in the Armed Forces as a Medical Technician.
Current CPR and/or BLS certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification within 30 days of employment through Women’s Care training.
Experience working in OBGYN or Primary Care.
Experience with the eCW electronic medical records application.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during treatments, procedures, examinations, and testing.
Prepare, restock, and sterilize examination rooms, procedure rooms, laboratory areas, and other patient care areas according to established policies and procedures.
Record patients’ medical histories, health maintenance information, and chief complaints.
Measure, record, and document vital signs.
Where applicable and as directed by a provider, perform phlebotomy, injections, and other specimen collection according to established policies and procedures.
Educate patients by providing information and instructions as directed by a provider.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Sterilize medical instruments according to established standards and procedures.
Relay messages from patients and front office staff to providers.
Represent the office professionally and treat internal and external customers courteously and cooperatively.
Participate in team activities and professional development activities.
Attend required meetings.
Demonstrate and embody the Women’s Care mission and core values.
Comply with HIPAA rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.