Medical Assistant

Prepare patients prior to physician examinations and assist in exams and procedures.

Requirements

• Greet patient in waiting room and escort them to the exam room
• Prepare patients for examination; take vital signs
• Document chief complaint, past medical surgical, social, and family histories and updates as needed in the patient’s electronic medical record
• Prepare the patient for the exam and assist the physician as needed with exams, ultrasounds, and procedures
• Review and update immunization records
• Perform phlebotomy, urinalysis, and other in office laboratories
• Maintain well-cleaned/sanitized and stocked rooms and laboratory area
• Manage inventory of medical supplies and equip exam rooms with appropriate supplies
• Clean and sanitize instruments regularly
• Perform in-office diagnostic testing
• Prepare and administer immunizations, allergy, or other injections
• Assist with phone triage and scheduling patient appointments as needed
• Maintain current license, and certification if applicable
• Assist with lifting patients as needed, always using proper body mechanics and lifting techniques
• Cover clerical positions with filing and telephone operations when employees are on break, lunch, and away for other absences when necessary
• Obtain patient insurance pre-authorization for all medications, referrals and procedures
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance