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.
Description Job Summary The MA is responsible for the care of patients and to achieve the goals of the facility as directed by the Physician/Medical Provider.
General Accountabilities:
Assure patient flow runs smoothly and efficiently. Greet patients in waiting area, escort patients to a room, initiate registration process. Measure vital signs, and record information on chart/EMR. Explain treatment procedures and prepare patient and exam room for examination. Assist the Physician/Medical Provider with procedures. Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment. Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use. Assist in maintaining adequate level of supplies and instruments for use by the facility. Perform diagnostic tests including eye exams, electrocardiograph, pulse ox, peak flow and or spirometry and inhalation treatment equipment. Perform CLIA-waived lab tests, and collect, label and process specimens for send-out. Perform both DOT and Non-DOT urine drug screens, using proper chain of custody; ensure preparation for pick-up and shipment to the appropriate laboratory. Remove sutures/staples and change sterile and non-sterile dressings. Adheres to established facility safety requirements and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Demonstrates the safe operation of equipment and machinery and follows procedures for reporting and correcting an unsafe situation. Demonstrates the importance of continuing education to the performance of responsibilities and growth in profession. Participate in Quality Improvement and Mandatory education/training programs. Requirements Job Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent Some medical experience. BCLS certification. Ability to work all shifts including day, night, and weekend hours as needed. Basic computer skills; including familiarity with electronic medical records. Detail oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills. Environmental and physical requirements Candidate must be able to read, write and speak English fluently, have cognitive skills for math, reading, filing and sterile technique skills. Communication skills to deal well with employees, patients, families and Physician/Medical Providers. Vision for near, mid-range, far and accommodation. Hearing for low, medium, and high pitch. Job requires physical ability for long-term standing, occasional sitting, crouching, kneeling, frequent walking, reaching with reaching above head and below waist. Job risks include exposure to blood and body fluids (high), contact with chemicals, lifting of 30 - 40 pounds, and exposure to infectious disease.
