Rehab PMR - MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is responsible for efficiently and effectively processing patients through the practice or clinic and assisting providers in delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care. The role prepares patients for examinations, performs testing and medication-related tasks, supports patient education, and helps maintain effective clinical operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduate of a Medical Assistant program.
Ability to provide age-specific care that addresses patients’ physical and safety needs, psychosocial concerns, and educational levels.
Visual and auditory acuity necessary to monitor patients’ conditions and operate department equipment.
Positive team attitude and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and appropriately with clients, families, providers, and coworkers.

Nice To Haves

BLS.
Experience in a medical office setting.
Medical Assistant certification.
Experience with an EMR.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations, obtain vital signs and chief complaints, and document the information appropriately.
Perform laboratory and diagnostic testing.
Answer, screen, and triage telephone calls; take accurate messages and distribute them to appropriate personnel according to practice guidelines.
Schedule patient tests and referral appointments.
Administer oral and injectable medications and phone prescriptions to pharmacies.
Support patient and family teaching and provide an educational environment.
Maintain practice standards by participating in in-services and committees, and potentially assist with developing and implementing quality control measures and practice policies.
Inventory, order, and restock supplies as needed.
Maintain and clean equipment and support environmental safety.
Provide clerical services as needed to maintain effective practice flow.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the leader.