PEDIATRIC MEDICAL ASSISTANT Position Available In Fulton, Georgia
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Job Description
PEDIATRIC MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Georgia Urology PA•2.8
Atlanta, GA Job Details Estimated:
$37.8K•$44.9K a year 6 hours ago Qualifications Blood sampling Vital signs Medication administration Computer literacy Mid-level Microsoft Office Analysis skills Driver’s License Computer skills Certified Medical Assistant Time management
Full Job Description Description:
Job Purpose:
Under general supervision, the Certified Medical Assistant will provide outstanding care in service to pediatric patients, their families, and providers. The CMA must be able to assist the provider with patient flow in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Please note that this role could include occasional coverage on our pediatric phone nurse line. •Please note that this job includes consistent coverage in the following locations. Clinic days referenced below are averages and at times, you could be asked to travel to another location within the department.•
Sandy Springs:
5730 Glenridge Drive, #200, Atlanta
GA 30328
•13 days per month
Cumming:
1800 Northside Forsyth Drive, #370, Cumming
GA 30041
•5 days per month
Gainesville:
961 Smoky Mountain Springs Lane NE, Gainesville
GA 30501
•2 days per month
JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Obtain, review and document patient medical history and record vital signs in EMR. Prepare patients for examination and assist the provider during the examination. Provide patient with accurate information, instruction, and education as it pertains to their medical visits and treatment procedures. Administer medications as directed by provider. As directed by provider, process pharmacy requests. Pre-certify patients for treatment as needed, including both radiology and pharmacy needs. Pull all orders (including telephone) and ensure that there are no patient “open orders”. Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for processing. Proactively follow up with patient labs (i.e., biopsy, cysto’s, u/a, blood work, etc.) and patient records in a timely manner. Ensure patient is scheduled with correct provider. Remove stents, sutures, etc. as directed by provider. Prepare examination rooms by maintaining the upkeep and cleanliness of the rooms, as well as arranging the instruments and equipment. Perform venipuncture on assigned patients with accuracy and care (not applicable in Peds). Maintain HIPAA compliance and OSHA standards of care. Maintain positive and respectful dialogue at all times. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge:
Education/Training 2 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred. Current certification as a Medical Assistant.
Skills & Abilities:
Analytical Skills; must be able to understand and follow medical charts and diagnoses. Detail Oriented; must be precise when taking vital signs and recording patient information. Interpersonal Skills; must be able to discuss patient information with physician and other medical personnel tactfully and confidentially. Must be able to interact with patients who may be in pain or in distress in a calm and professional manner. Excellent organizational, time management and follow through skills are required.
Computer literacy:
Technical Skills; Proficiency in and working knowledge of medical software applications, e.g., EMR, EHR, as well as Microsoft Office Applications. Certificates/Licenses/Registrations Medical Assistant Certification is required.
Driving Requirements:
A valid State of Georgia Driver’s License and reliable transportation is required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands:
This position requires a substantial amount of standing, sitting and working at a computer station throughout the day.
Work Environment:
Must be flexible and available to work at different locations.