Medical Assistant Position Available In Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: Medical Assistant needed in Tuscaloosa, AL (zip code 35406) for a full-time position. Responsibilities include preparing examination rooms, assisting patients, updating medical records, performing procedures, and maintaining cleanliness. The pay starts at $15.00 per hour with benefits such as 401(k), dental and health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and vision insurance. Schedule is Monday to Friday with work conducted in person.
Job Description
Medical Assistant Confidential Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 RESPONSIBILITIES
INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
Open all examination rooms upon arrival to office.
This includes the following:
Checking and restocking supplies. Preparing all equipment for the day. Checking schedule for any additional needs. Check the assignment schedule and review physician patient list for any special needs, the evening prior and upon arrival to the office. Escort patient to the examination rooms, obtain and document the following: Update the medical record per policy Vital signs Preparation of patient for specific appointment type Urine specimen and/or blood work as necessary Allergy notation Maintain appropriate number of patients in examination rooms at all times for the Physician. Review patient’s medical record prior to admitting patient into the exam area. Check the medical record for the inclusion of the following:• Current laboratory results Current X-ray reports Any and all other current reports Perform urinalysis as directed by physician. Perform procedures as assigned. Maintain communication with the patient during their stay in the exam room, keeping them informed of the physician’s schedule. Clean equipment in accordance with the designed procedure. Clean room after each patient use and restock as necessary. Clean patient exam rooms at the end of the day, clean all equipment and prepare for the next day, clean and restock clinical workstations and laboratory. Communicate patients’ needs and/or problems to physician and resolve accordingly. Contact pharmacy for prescription refills or newly ordered medications per physician. Coordinate appointments for patients by prioritizing needs. Counsel and educate patients regarding all issues and/or problems, i.e. Medications, procedures, treatments, etc., as per physician. Document all conversations and actions in patient’s medical record. Maintain patient safety and confidentiality at all times. Maintain communication with front desk regarding physician schedule. Other duties as assigned.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to
Friday Work Location:
In person
