A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
Responsible for performing a variety of duties that may be both clinical and administrative tasks. This includes assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. Expected to provide information to patients so that they benefit from the clinical services.
Essential Job Functions:
Check schedules, prepare charts, organize patient flow, room patients. Collect patient history including medications and reason for visit, chart in EMR, relay information Check vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature), measure height and weight, take EKGs Set up equipment, maintain cleanliness of exam rooms, order supplies, keep exam rooms stocked Assist with minor procedures, collection and processing POC tests and specimens, do CLIA waived tests Send and receive medical records, obtain lab & test Results Prepare and propose renewals of medication within patient chart to be sent to provider Ensure patient results are reviewed by physician in a timely manner, provide appropriate follow up as directed Follow HIPAA guidelines Support care coordination, including patient follow up, facilitating referrals, and ensuring continuity of care across the multidisciplinary team. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, assist with clinical audits, and adhere to all infection prevention and control protocols. Maintain thorough, accurate, and timely documentation within the electronic health record (EHR), ensuring compliance with regulatory, organizational, and HIPAA standards. Respond to clinical emergencies (within MA scope), including initiating basic life support and notifying appropriate providers. Participate in staff meetings, continuing education, and competency validation activities to maintain licensure and support practice goals. Other duties as assigned by supervising physicians, advanced practice providers, or practice leadership, necessary consistent with MA scope
