The Medical Assistant- Certified
Collects patient assessment data including height weight vital signs chief complaint/symptoms current medications etc. for assessment by licensed staff.
Transports patients through office.
Prepares the patient for provider evaluation including obtaining specimens positioning for exams listing medications and assists during exams and procedures.
Maintains work area exam treatment and x-ray rooms and lab in a clean safe manner; restocks with supplies and instruments; and sterilizes reusable equipment as needed.
Documents patient information in the medical record in a timely manner to include update treatment procedures medication refills test results patient concerns compliance with applicable Carilion Clinic policies and procedures. Observes all safety precautions and standards.
Assists with lab procedures including collecting urine specimens collecting and preparing blood samples for reference lab labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician.
May perform diagnostic tests (EKGs audiograms vision testing spirometry) as appropriate for assessment by licensed staff.
Assists with referral authorizations for specialists and pre-authorization for testing and ancillary services as directed by licensed staff provider or mid-level practitioner.
Greets patients and assists with check-in/check-out procedures
Updates patient demographic information.
Answers phones; schedules appointments; and relays messages.
Utilizes automated computer systems including electronic medical records.
May administer oral and parenteral medications.
Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Experience: none
Licensure certification and/or registration: Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association such as the American Association of Medical Assistants the American Medical Technologists The National Association of Healthcare Professions the American Registry of Medical Assistants or the National Healthcare Association.
May be hired on a provisional status once the applicant receives the letter confirming they have taken the certification exam and have a provisional passing score.
Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required.
Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective communication skills and problem-solve. Effective computer skills required for automated computer systems including electronic medical records.
This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
Recruiter:
RHONDA JOHNSONRecruiter Email:
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Required Experience:
Junior IC