Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

• Assists with timely flow of patient encounters by preparing the patient exam rooms, collecting appropriate equipment or supplies as requested.
• Escort patients to exam rooms, interviews patient, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature if indicated, and document all information in patient’s chart.
• Give instructions to patients as instructed by Provider. Carries out orders and arranges for testing/treatment for the patient under the direction of the provider.
• Ensure all related reports, labs and information is available in patients’ medical records prior to their appointment.
• Keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments and prepare sterilization as required.
• Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/Provider/pharmacy calls in a timely manner.
• Triage and process messages from patients and front office staff to Providers.
• Maintains accurate record keeping.
• Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, expired medication samples).
• Assists in provisions for safe, clean and orderly environment for patients and fellow employees.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Refers situations beyond ability to appropriate staff member.
• Demonstrates accountability and assumes professional and legal responsibilities for own actions.
• All other duties as assigned by clinical nurse manager.
• Attends staff meetings.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Registered, certified or completion of accredited Medical Assistant training program is preferred. (Maintain certification, license and CME’s).
• Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures and diagnosis
• Knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
• Perform Prior Approvals for Specialty Pharmacies
• Excellent grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer injections (if applicable).
• Current certification in BLS.