Medical Assistant

Job Description

Aid physicians with medical procedures in the office setting. Responsibilities include phlebotomy, laboratory testing, quality control, instrument troubleshooting, and maintenance. Key areas of responsibility include:

• Performing quality control procedures before patient testing.
• Carrying out laboratory blood work and blood draws.
• Maintaining accurate and precise technical laboratory procedures.
• Preparing blood or bone marrow slides for evaluation.
• Handling and processing specimens according to regulatory standards.
• Documenting all testing and treatment in the medical record and EMR.
• Assisting with scheduling outside testing, referrals, and admissions.
• Showing critical blood counts and preparing encounter forms.
• Obtaining vital signs, height, weight, pain levels, and conducting PHQ9 depression screenings.
• Preventing instrument malfunctions and contacting service companies when necessary.
• Performing EKG testing as needed.
• Maintaining laboratory compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Ensuring confidentiality of patient information.
• Training new employees on related job duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification required.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle for travel to other clinic locations.
• One year experience as a medical assistant in a clinic or physician’s office.