Certified Medical Assistant, Primary Care

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBLITIES 1.

Greet and prepare patients for the practitioner. 2. Obtain and record vital signs and other appropriate information, such as height, weight, drug allergies, current medications and presenting problem. 3. Assist with diagnostic tests and clinical procedures to appropriate level of training and established procedures. 4. Manage patient flow ensuring enough time for patient and family education. 5. Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to the Exposure Control Plan; anticipate Practitioner's needs for medications, supplies and equipment and plan accordingly. 6. Document procedures and interactions in patient's medical record. 7. Provide patient mobility assistance, as necessary. 8. Schedule patient appointments and perform other clerical duties as needed. 9. Screens, communicates and responds to patient needs appropriately. 10. Actively participate in continuing education, required meetings and participates in committees as requested. 11. Uses Standard Precautions including personal protective equipment for anticipated contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials. 12. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

1. Successful completion of a Medical Assisting program. 2. At least one year of experience in a clinic or acute care setting.

CUSTOMER SERVICE/TEAMWORK FOCUS

1. Cooperates well with other staff and management personnel. 2. Must have flexibility in accepting varied hours and shifts according to the needs of the department. 3. Balances the need to complete individual work with overall team, department, or hospital needs and goals. 4. Demonstrates a commitment to meeting patients' needs and expectations. 5. Projects a professional appearance at all times.