Medical Assistant Jobs in Oakland, OK

About The Position

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.
• Computer literacy and working knowledge of medical software applications such as EMR and EHR, as well as Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work at a computer station and meet the position's standing and sitting demands.
• Flexibility and availability to work at different locations.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of Medical Assistant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient medical histories and record vital signs in the EMR.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist physicians during examinations.
• Provide patients with accurate information, instructions, and education about medical visits and treatment procedures.
• Administer medications as directed by a physician.
• Process pharmacy requests as directed by a physician.
• Pre-certify patients for treatment.
• Pull all orders, including telephone orders, and ensure there are no open patient 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 a physician.
• Maintain examination-room cleanliness and upkeep, and arrange instruments and equipment.
• Perform venipuncture accurately and carefully on assigned patients, except in pediatrics.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and OSHA standards of care.
• Maintain positive and respectful dialogue.
• Perform other duties as assigned.