Medical Assistant

Position Summary

Perform the duties required to provide support for providers in all aspects of patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse within a defined scope of care.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Certified Medical Assistant Program
• Minimum of three (3) months' experience as a Medical Assistant
• Certificate from Medical Assistant Training program
• CPR Certification
• Must possess a valid driver's license and automobile with insurance coverage as required by the State of Missouri

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA policies and procedures
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing schedules
• Good organization skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Good computer skills including the use of word processing and e-mail software

Essential Functions

• Performs patient intake (i.e., blood pressures, temperatures, pulse, respirations, weights and measurements) on patients for medical examination
• Perform tests (i.e., pulse oximetry, vision tests, hearing screens and EKGs)
• Gives medications/immunizations as ordered per route (oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, and subdermal)
• Notifies Clinic Nurse Coordinator and Provider of abnormal vital signs, blood glucose, or EKG results
• Prepares, maintains exam rooms assuring that they are cleaned and stocked; performs sterilization of instruments
• Assists urgent care patients by monitoring vital signs and assisting with transportation to another department or facility
• Responsible for general office procedures (i.e., nebulizer treatments)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Marginal Functions

• Assist with primary care appointments
• Assist with orientation and training of new Nurses, Medical Assistants, students, and volunteers

Supervises: None