Medical Assistant

Medical AssistantProvides direct patient care, instruction and education to patients.Major Duties:Provides intake and initial patient evaluation.Prepares patients for exams and treatments.Identifies and assists patients with special needs.Processes lab specimens.Completes and enters results for all point of care testing.Performs general radiologic (x-rays) exams and uploads findings to electronic medical records.Assists the attending clinician with a variety of examinations and procedures.Provides patient education on topics such as diet, contraceptives, clinical procedures and overall health issues.Performs procedures, including but not limited to suture removal, electrocardiograms, vision testing, ear lavage, wound care, compression wraps and respiratory testing.Prepares and administers oral and parenteral medications and immunizations as ordered.Ensures compliance with standing protocols.Utilizes an electronic medical record system.Ensures accurate documentation and appointment scheduling consistent with needs of patients and continuity of care.Processes infectious and hazardous medical waste material according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards and Centers for Disease Control guidelines.Conducts processing and sterilization procedures for instruments and materials used in clinical care of patients.Participates in continuing education activities to maintain required Medical Assistant certification, Basic Life Support training, and radiation safety.Ensures patient confidentiality in accordance with federal law.Coordinates patient referrals and monitors status to ensure timeliness of appointing to specialty care.Stocks and maintains exam rooms with standard levels of supplies, medications, linens, forms, and equipment.Minimum Qualifications:Nine month to one-year certificate program in related field from an accredited institution.Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or eligible to take certification examination within 6 months of hire.One year of relevant experience.Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.Direct patient care clinical experience.First Aid/CPR/AEDcertification.Desired Qualifications:Experience in radiology, or a willingness to complete on the job training.Physical requirements and working conditions:Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds. Assists with patients in wheelchairs and transfers to/from exam tables.Work is performed with exposure to any number of elements which may occasionally require some precautions such as safety glasses, protective clothing, ear protection, etc. Work with infectious waste, biohazardous materials, radiation exposure, and patient specimens.