Medical Assistant

Job Description Job Description JOB SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical staff in providing care to their patients by performing administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the Physician and/or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION: * High School Diploma or equivalent required. * Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred; must be able to read, write and speak English. * 1-2 years of related experience in a medical setting preferred. * Knowledge of medical terminology. * Strong people skills. * Excellent communication skills, including verbal with proper grammar. * Data entry skills. * Attention to detail. * Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task effectively. * Must be able to comply with OSHA and HIPAA rules and regulations. * Demonstrates skill in the use of personal computers, various programs, and applications required to competently execute job duties. Internet, document with Electronic Health Records and/or authorization system with minimal typing/spelling errors, send e-faxes and email. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES: * Medical Assistant Certification preferred * CPR Certification preferred ABILITIES/SKILLS: * Basic computer skills to be able to recognize and understand our EMR System. * Excellent communication and Customer Service skills. * Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task effectively. * Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. * Able to respect and maintain patient confidentiality at all times and comply with HIPAA Regulations. * Must be dependable and conduct him/herself in a professional manner. * Demonstrates skill in the use of personal computers, various programs, and applications required to competently execute job duties. * Must be able to follow all safety and universal precautions. * Able to demonstrate proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. * Must be able to follow policies and procedures. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES: * Prepares the patient's charts prior to the office visit to ensure that all studies, procedures reports, labs, diagnostic imaging, etc. have been received and uploaded to the patient's chart. * Greets and escorts patients to the exam room. * Interviews patients, measures vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature, and documents all the information in the patient's chart including current medications and medical history. * Recognizes abnormal vital signs and reports these immediately to the physician. * Follow up with Specialty Pharmacy regarding any pending prescriptions authorizations. * Responsible for patient flow. * Communicates with the care coordinator regarding any special check-out orders or instructions provided by the physician. * Assist patients with inquiries or concerns and ensure patients' expectations are met. * Follows up on patient callbacks before the end of the day. * Completes tasks or actions assigned to him/her in a timely manner. * Reports malfunction of medical equipment and safety issues to their supervisor. * Responsible for informing their supervisor of any clinical supply needs. * Complies with Infection Control and OSHA Regulations (biomedical waste, handling, and disposal) for the practice as per regulations. * Complies with HIPAA laws. * Disinfects and cleans patient exam rooms and keeps work area clean at all times. * Stores drug samples and removes any expired medications. * Ability to answer phones, and schedule/reschedule appointments as needed. * Assist patients and physicians in connecting remotely in order to facilitate Telehealth visits. * Conducts all activities in a professional, polite, and courteous manner and abides by company policies and procedures. * Perform any other duties as assigned by management. We offer a competitive salary, Employee Health Insurance is covered at 100%. We also offer Dental, Vision, Life, and 401k Benefits.