Medical Assistant
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Job Description
Coordinates the care of the patient from escorting patient to exam room performing vital signs preparing patient for exam and discharge and ensures the accurate documentation of patient care activity.
Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
Assists patients to exam/procedure rooms; obtains medical and social history vital signs height and weight allergy information medication reconciliation information and records data in electronic health record (EHR); records information accurately and timely in EHR.
Assists providers by ensuring that appropriate preparation examination and diagnostic testing occur without error and without delay.
Processes patient referrals to other provider offices.
Prepares patient electronic medical record (EMR) charts timely and accurately.
Gathers reports labs studies or other data pertinent to upcoming patient appointments.
Places order for films labs and other studies as appropriate timely and accurately.
Collaborates with patient scheduling and schedules patients as needed.
Answers all patient questions and requests timely and appropriately.
Faxes and copies necessary information to insurance companies other provider offices and facilities as necessary.
Responds to patient pharmacy requests in collaboration with providers.
Answers phones retrieves voicemail messages and returns calls timely and appropriately.
Maximizes use of free time between patients by cleaning and stocking rooms copying documents and filing; assists with medical and office supplies inventory and/or ordering.
Obtains provider or patient signatures on appropriate documents.
Accepts responsibilities only within scope of practice.
Maintains and practices professional boundaries with all patient interactions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Written and verbal communication skills
Ability to organize information or data to facilitate easy retrieval and use
Ability to create a welcoming environment for patients and visitors demonstrating empathy and respect in all interactions
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected situations
Critical thinking skills
Ability to effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner
Ability to communicate and interpret using medical terminology
Self-starter; driven to take action without needing prompting
Ability to operate general office equipment (i.e. computer printer scanner telephone etc.)
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook PowerPoint) and other relevant software applications
Required: High school diploma GED or higher level degree and Medical Assistant course completion if hired after March 1 2025
Licensure/Certification:
Required: American Heart Association BLS
Preferred: Medical Assistant Certification
Experience: Preferred: Healthcare experience
Employment Type
Full-time
