Medical Assistant

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant, under medical supervision, assists physicians in the delivery of healthcare services.

• Identify patients’ chief complaints and record observations in the patient’s permanent medical record. Communicate abnormal lab results to the physician.
• Assist patients in completing medical history forms and prepare patients for examinations and treatments by the physician. Document all phone calls with patients. Return the completed patient file to the designated area.
• Perform height, weight, vital signs, and vision tests, recording them in the medical record.
• Conduct tests and procedures as directed, such as EKGs, non-stress tests, spirometry, venipunctures, skin punctures, strep screens, glucometer readings, and urine tests.
• Assist health service providers with treatments and examinations of patients, including injections, wound care, pelvic exams, minor surgery, and IUD insertions; assist in identifying psychosocial needs and consult with the health service provider.
• Clean and sterilize equipment, stock patient rooms and labs with appropriate supplies. Maintain medical supply inventory.
• Transcribe doctors’ orders and prepare appropriate requisitions, forms, and calls to pharmacy. Daily follow-up of pharmacy messages.
• Notify patients of any changes ordered by the physician.
• Ensure physicians sign charts, labs, prescriptions, and diagnostics daily.
• Maintain patient flow after check-in. Prioritize walk-in versus appointment based on conversation with the patient.
• Perform triage on patients as soon as the chart is ready.
• May assist more than one physician at a time.
• Comply with office policy and procedure, OSHA standards, and HIPAA privacy regulations as stated in the HIPAA Policy and Procedure Manual.

• Medical Assistant Certificate issued by an accredited institution OR
• One (1) year of experience working in a health care setting that includes direct patient contact OR
• A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and provides the required knowledge and abilities.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required
• Basic medical terminology, basic arithmetic, safe vein puncture techniques, and safe work practices in a clinic setting

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, dental, and life insurances
• FSA and Life Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Advocacy, Travel Assistance, and My Secure Advantage
• PTO accrual and holidays