Medical Assistant

Job Details

General Summary of Duties : Assist in the day-to-day operations of the clinic, as set forth

by the physician, to ensure good patient relations and care

Supervision Received: By Clinical Coordinator

Typical Physical Demands: Requires gross and fine motor skills to stand, walk, lift, carry,

push, pull, squat and reach. Also requires normal visual acuity and hearing.

Typical Working Conditions: Work in a clinical office environment with frequent contact

with patients.

Principal Duties

• Assist physician with patient care.
• Assisting patients suffering from physical disabilities.
• Suggesting and demonstrating proper body postures and muscle movements in

corporate settings to prevent disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome.

• Ensure day-to-day clinical operations are performed in a professional and expedient

manner.

• Scheduling/Precerting tests
• Drawing up injections
• Marking superbills correctly for services received.
• Answering medically related questions from incoming patient calls, coaches, other

physicians.

• Strong leadership ability with a significant emphasis on interpersonal skills with

prospective patients and with co-workers.

• Schedule and answers questions regarding patient appointments.
• Help prepare clinic charts
• Actively participate in efforts to improve total office performance.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Adheres to policies and procedures.
• Any function deemed necessary and appropriate by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Licenses, Certifications or Education Requirements: Certification required

Skills and Abilities: Must be able to communicate effectively in a very professional and

courteous manner, ability to work in stressful situations, excellent organizational skills, sharp

computer skills and a professional attitude.