Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY: Assist in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interview patients, measure vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height) and record information on patients' charts. Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients. Type routine correspondence and reports from dictation or handwritten copy. Answer telephones, screen callers, relay messages and greet visitors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

During Office Visits:

• Review patient paperwork
• Take Vital Signs
• Perform Pill Count
• Confirm all sections of the chart
• Document all medications and changes
  
• Send Referrals as needed
• Send Orders as needed
• Schedule Next Appointment
  
• Check all open phone encounters at end of day
• Other tasks as assigned

During Procedures:

• Work the C-Arm
• Prep Patient
• Spray Cold Spray
• Apply Band-Aids
• Administer medication
  
• Clean the table/head pillow
• Save Images to USB
• Other tasks as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Computer skills preferred: (eClinicalWorks; Microsoft Office Suite)
• Other skills required:
  1. Polite Demeanor
  2. Attention to Detail
  3. Excellent Communication Skills
  4. Organizational Skills

COMPETENCIES:

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasionally required to stand
• Occasionally required to walk
• Frequently required to sit