Medical Assistant

Medical AssistantThe Medical Assistant performs clinical and administrative duties in an ambulatory care setting under the supervision of a physician/provider and/or a registered nurse. Duties may include venipuncture, medication and vaccine administration, measurement and documentation of vital signs, and assisting providers with patient exams and telephone and clerical support. Position may float to other sites/locations within the system.Primary duties and responsibilities include contributing to the achievement of established department goals and objectives, assisting providers with patient preparation and examination, participating in daily team huddles, conducting motivational interviews, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, performing patient and laboratory testing, documenting activities accurately, providing telephone screening services, and utilizing the electronic medical record to propose patient medication refills.Minimal qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, less than 1 year of experience working in an ambulatory care medical office, and certification as a Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant. Additional certifications may vary by department or business unit.