Medical Assistant

Provides basic patient care which includes performing routine office procedures, and participating in patient education. Performs clinical duties in keeping with established policies and procedures, which includes routine office procedures and testing, and assisting physician. Keep an accurate and concise record of patient observations, treatments and procedures administered; documents findings in the medical record. Assists in the assessment of patient's response to treatment relative to identifying common and recurring needs of the patient. Recognizes and anticipates urgent or emergent patient situations and responds appropriately. Prepares patient records following office work flow to have all patients ready for clinic with Identifies patient education needs and may assist in patient teaching as to appropriate health maintenance and management of illness. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and other members of the health care team. Performs or assists with other assignments, as required. Additional duties to include but not limited to scanning, scheduling, and answering incoming calls. Education Completion of Medical Assisting Program - Preferred Bachelor's of Science (in a lab-based science discipline) - Preferred Experience 1 Year Physicians practice or ambulatory care setting - Preferred Additional Experience Information - 2+ years of relevant MA experience will be accepted in lieu of education/certification License & Certification Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) - Preferred Core Job Functions Vital signs are taken on each patient, on each visit and input into EMR. Verifies and updates patients clinical record on each visit. Identifies patient education needs and may assist in patient teaching as to appropriate health maintenance and management of illness. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and other members of the health care team. Follow policies and procedures for routine office procedures, test, administration of medications and assisting providers up to and including IV therapy. Recognizes and anticipates urgent and emergent patient situations and responds appropriately. Covers the front desk as needed. Receives and routes calls, determines intent of caller and makes the appropriate connection. Ensures calls are consistently answered promptly, phone courtesy is followed. Always utilizes organization approved scripting. #J-18808-Ljbffr St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System