Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with patient examination, procedures, and treatment.
• Responsible for patient histories, routine lab procedures and preparation of specimens for transport to the lab.
• Follows up on test orders and reports results to provider and patient, provides and maintains patient education materials, maintains medical equipment, and orders clinical supplies.
• Creates and maintains patient electronic medical record (EMR).
• Complies with all OSHA and CLIA regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education/Training: High school graduate or equivalent, Medical Assistant Certificate issued by an accredited institution approved by the State, licensed to work, or at least (1) year experience working in a health care setting that includes direct patient contact.
• Physical & Mental Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods and move freely within the clinic setting, Ability to exert up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, Ability to keyboard and to communicate clearly and understandably in person, and over the telephone.