Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team.  The CMA is responsible for providing high-quality, direct patient care.  This role requires proficiency in routine clinical procedures, strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

• Administer medical assistance by performing vital signs, ascertaining chief complains and any preparation the patient may require.
• Clean examination room so that it is clean and sanitary for all patients.
• Administer the following: Venipuncture, EKGs, vital signs, nebulizer treatments, pulse ox, audiograms, eye chart exams, urinalysis, protime testing using Coagu-Check machine, and administer injections.
• Complete all laboratory requisitions in the ECW system accurately and supply all required information.
• Assure that the rules of Universal Precautions are followed
• Operate the following equipment: Sterilizer, centrifuge, computer, fax machine, telephones, and copy machine
• Maintain the stocking and cleaning of examination rooms so for optimum usage, including ordering and monitoring of medical supplies
• Process and maintain messages on the lab voicemail
• Assist providers in minor procedures and gyn examinations
• Perform clerical work as needed, including the completion of forms
• All other related duties as requested by the Practice Manager

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Be able to operate as a caring medical professional demonstrating good empathy for patients
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems
• Communicate in a clear and professional manner
• Competence with organizing multiple tasks and strong attention to details
• Meet the qualifications of providing medical assistant treatments in an efficient and high quality manner
• Knowledgeable of medical coding

Education and Experience: 

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• Successful completion of the national registered certification for medical assistants
• Experience: 0-1 year of medical assistant experience working in a fast paced physician practice
• Physical Demands: Moderate lifting to 40 lbs.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Medical Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Primary Care