MEDICAL ASISTANT SPECIALIST

•ORTHOPAEDICS•FULL

TIME WATSON CLINIC LLP

•3.4 Lakeland, FL Job Details Full-time 18 hours ago Qualifications BLS Certification High school diploma or GED Medical assisting

Full Job Description Description:

Summary/Objective:

Provide basic medical and nursing care. Ensure the comfort of patients, discuss health care with patients, and report status of patients to registered nurses and providers. Essential Functions Identifies and evaluates patient needs by way of telephone triage. Administers medication including injections; documents medication given or prescribed by ordering physician as required. Identifies patient and family education needs and provides instruction. Recognizes and responds to emergency situations as appropriate. Adheres to the Clinical Services policies and procedures when documenting information patient's medical records Facilitates the flow of patients to maintain the integrity of the physician's office. Assists the physician with medical office procedures. Maintain the integrity of the office.

Requirements:

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or 1 year of Medical Assistant work experience within the last 2 years. Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment. Current BLS certification or to be completed within first 90 days of employment.