Certified Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Prepare examination rooms prior to patient's arrival.

Assist with patient check-ins, admissions, discharges, and transfers as directed.

Check patient's vital signs, to include temperature, respiration, pulse, weight, blood pressure, and pulse oximeter reading.

Obtain and document patient's current medical history, drug history, chief complaints, allergies, and vital signs on the correct form.

Perform diagnostic procedures when ordered.

Maintain examination room stock levels and perform routine maintenance of examination rooms.

Complete lab and x-ray requisitions in accordance with clinic policies.

Enter demographic data into the computer upon patient check-in; enter diagnosis and departing time when patient is released.