Medical Assistant

Job Description Job Description Medical Assistant Job Duties and responsibility: * Prepare patients for examination and treatment by taking patient histories and vital signs * Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments for your patients including preparation and maintenance of supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization. * Give injections, and assist with lab testing and phlebotomy needs * Assist physicians in applying splints, dressings, and bandages as applicable * Assist with transfers and scheduling of follow-up care * Screen incoming calls for referral to physicians and practitioners * Surgery Scheduling * Answering the telephone * Assist with other physicians as needed. * Triage patient calls, Rx refills * Assist physicians in in-office procedures * Perform other duties as assigned or requested. * Provide coverage for other physicians when needed. EDUCATION: * Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program EXPERIENCE: * One year of Medical Assisting or other direct clinical patient care experience in a healthcare setting. * Experience in an OB/Gyn practice strongly preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: * Medical Assistant Certification, preferred but not required if Exam was passed but certification has lapsed. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care. * Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures. * Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. * Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed. * Skill in taking vital signs. * Skill in maintaining records and recording test results. * Ability to maintain quality control standards. * Demonstrates tact and understanding when dealing with patients, team members, members of other disciplines, and the public. * Ability to interpret and apply guidelines and procedures. Company Description We are a 5 physician OB-GYN group located at Medical City Dallas. We are looking to add a dedicated, ambitious Medical Assistant to our team. The ideal candidate would have OB-GYN experience, an ability to work under pressure, enjoy a collaborative work environment, and understand the flexibility, positive attitude, and multitasking required throughout a work day. Company Description We are a 5 physician OB-GYN group located at Medical City Dallas. We are looking to add a dedicated, ambitious Medical Assistant to our team.\r The ideal candidate would have OB-GYN experience, an ability to work under pressure, enjoy a collaborative work environment, and understand the flexibility, positive attitude, and multitasking required throughout a work day.