Part-Time BMS MA II Vascular Surgery

Job Description

Job Description

MEDICAL ASSISTANT Vascular Surgery (24-32 hours per week)

Job Summary

Reports To

The Practice Manager

Essential Functions

Clinical Medical Assistant Duties

The basic duties of medical assistants include:

 Taking patient vital signs

 Taking medical histories

 Preparing patients for medical tests and examinations

 Assisting practitioners during examinations

 Explaining medical procedures to patients

 Procedure/Surgery Scheduling

 Removing sutures

 Administering topical, oral, or intramuscular medications

 Maintaining the confidentiality of patient information

 Managing inventory and ordering supplies

 Following up on patient visits

 Updating patient records

 Obtaining pre-authorizations/pre-certifications

 Checking the patient portal and responding to patients

 Ordering lab tests and imaging studies

 Managing petty cash

 Scheduling patient appointments

 Answering phones

 Greeting patients

 Sorting mail

 Handling correspondence

 Filing

 Creating documents

 Performing computer data entry

 Ability to multi-task various job duties

 Ability to handle different personalities and personal situations—both patient and coworkers

 Ability to understand the theories, reasons, and technical aspects of medicine

 A formal education from an accredited medical assistant school or medical assistant training program; certification preferred

Employee Statement of Understanding

I understand that this document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The statements in this document are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. I further understand that my signature does not indicate that I agree with the performance evaluation completed by my supervisor, only that the evaluation has been discussed with me.

No Nights/Weekends or Holidays.