Medical Assistant

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Medical Assistant Position Type: Full Time Job Description: To assist the Provider in providing the utmost direct/indirect quality care to patients with the end goal of making patients feel as if they are family. Role and Responsibilities Clinical and Administrative * Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas * Assist with examinations, invasive and non-invasive procedures or treatments * Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control * Comply with quality assurance practices * Screen and follow up on patients test results * Collect and process specimens; log specimens * Perform diagnostic tests if applicable * Obtain patient medical history and vitals * Prepare and administer medication (excludes controlled drugs) * Maintain accurate medication records * Recognize and respond to emergencies * Call or enter in prescriptions per physicians orders * Maintain drug sample supply on hand. Discard appropriately expired samples * Assist in general housekeeping duties including weekly scrub-down of all patient care areas * Perform routine equipment maintenance and maintain logs (i.e. autoclave, eye wash stations and clinical refrigerators) * Initiate and process prescription medication prior authorizations * Demonstrate awareness of overall clinic operations and proactively assist where needed * Assist teammates during high-volume clinic operations without requiring direction Professional * Demonstrates initiative and responsibility * Able to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focus * Adheres to ethical principles * Time Management * Adapts to change * Attends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/education Communication * Recognizes and respects cultural diversity * Adapts communication to individual's ability to understand * Uses professional, pleasant telephone etiquette * Uses medical terminology appropriately * Treats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respect * Projects a professional manner and image * Consistent attendance and punctuality * Adherence to time clock procedures Legal * Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately * Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information * Practices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilities * Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast's Employee Handbook. * Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA Core Competencies * Efficiency * Attention to details * Organized * Punctual * Takes initiative, proactive * Team Player * Honesty/Integrity * Flexible * Calm under pressure * "A Doer", persistence * Problem solver, Strategic thinking, Creativity * Analytical skills * Clear and concise communication/Listening skills * Quick Learner, Intelligence * Follow through on commitments * Enthusiastic, Friendly, Positive attitude * Openness to advice and constructive criticism * Strong work ethic Physical Demands * Prolonged standing/walking * Occasional travel * Multitasking * Repetitive head, neck, hands wrists and arm motion/rotation * Extensive reading, writing, typing required * Lifting to 25lbs * Frequent use of office administrative, computer and medical equipment * Transferring and positioning patients Qualifications and Education Requirements: High school diploma, AA degree or higher. Medical assistant diploma and certification preferred. Knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, customer service, excellent verbal communication skills. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Work setting: * In-person Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: * EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred) This is the compensation range for this position. Compensation Range $18—$21 USD