Medical Assistant

About This Role

Assist in the examination and treatment of patients by tracking information, documenting medical records, and performing in-office procedures. Administer medications and provide patient and caregiver education under the direction of healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to examination rooms, documenting reason for visit
• Perform initial response screening and obtain vital signs, accurately documenting in EMR
• Enter medication, laboratory, and radiology orders into EMR per guidelines
• Perform diagnostic tests as directed by healthcare provider; operate equipment for routine tests
• Track and inform patients of test results and communicate provider instructions
• Administer prescribed medications and facilitate prescription renewals
• Perform general specimen collection and assist with office procedures/surgeries
• Participate in disease management programs
• Provide patient/family education as directed by healthcare provider
• Take and relay accurate, comprehensive, dated and signed messages in a timely manner

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Successful completion of an accredited MA program, MA Externship, MA Internship, EMT program, Paramedic program, or Certified Athletic Trainer
• Demonstrated competency in obtaining accurate patient vital statistics and health history
• Proficient/knowledgeable in medical terminology
• Proficiency in operating a standard desktop and Windows-based computer system, including electronic medical records

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and successful completion of accredited/approved MA program and MA Externship, MA Internship, EMT program, Paramedic program, or Certified Athletic Trainer.
• 0-1 year previous clinical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. In absence of completed MA Program/Externship/Internship, must have 2+ years’ clinical experience.

Nice to Have

• 0-1 year previous clinical experience or equivalent
• 2+ years clinical experience providing clinical support in community-based clinic (if no MA program completion)

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

Certifications