Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant will be responsible for assisting in examination and treatment of patients under direction of the Physician. Core Responsibilities include having a contagious and positive work ethic, inspiring others, and modeling behaviors of genuine, caring, and friendly. Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs. Through genuine and positive communication, makes each customer feel informed, understood, and special. An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments. Is able to keep up in the Exer environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion. Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals. Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance.

Major Responsibilities include interviewing patients, measuring vital signs, preparing treatment rooms for examination of patients, draping patients with covering and positioning instruments and equipment, handing instruments and materials to doctor as directed, cleaning and sterilizing instruments, inventorying and ordering medical supplies and materials, giving injections or treatments, performing routine laboratory tests, keying data into computer to maintain office and patient records, assisting doctors with charting, chart auditing, CPT and ICD-9 review, venipunctures, EKG's, vital signs, blood draws, and injections, prepping patients for examination and treatment, and assisting during minor office procedures. Prepares exam and treatment rooms (instrument preparation and sterilization, prescription refills, faxing, and filing).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications include medical assistant experience, CPT I certification, experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs, and IM injections. Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on your feet. Neat and professional appearance. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant.

Working Conditions are center-based. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. The ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.