Medical Assistant

Description

The Clinical Medical Assistant supports the delivery of quality patient care by assisting providers with clinical and administrative duties in the medical practice setting. This role is responsible for preparing patients for visits and procedures, completing patient intake, supporting provider documentation and orders, communicating with patients regarding care needs, and helping maintain an organized, professional, and patient-centered clinic environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization

Greet patients, take full vital signs

Provide patient education - review of treatment plan, any exercises discussed, follow-up care, and/or pre- and post-op care

Create and manage patient orders for the visit including outgoing referrals/order AND in-office procedures and/or DME

Prepare patients for examination and/or treatment for surgery

Prepare patient’s room to meet the needs of the physician and assist as needed

Room patients, complete patient intake, and summarize the HPI for provider including a review of any applicable test/imaging results

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals when needed

Answer telephones and directs calls

Maintain stock and new supplies as needed

Communicate with patients as needed regarding any test/imaging results and/or prior-authorization requirements/results

OTHER JOB DUTIES:

Participates in optimal teamwork within in the clinic

Demonstrates excellence in communication and interpersonal skills

Always displays professionalism

Successfully contribute to a work environment of caring and cooperation

Participates in in-services and staff meetings

Requirements

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

1. Understands and demonstrates competence and physical ability to perform all job duties

2. Demonstrates skill in oral and written communication techniques

3. Demonstrates the ability to comprehend and interpret verbal orders and directions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within 6 months of hire

Ability to interact comfortably with physician’s, patients, and families

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification as a Medical Assistant