Medical Assistant

Duties

• Screen patients while performing and recording vital signs
• Maintain medical records and patient confidentiality
• Disinfect and clean room after each patient
• Explains treatment to patients as needed
• Change sutures and dressings as needed
• Auxiliary with physician during exam
• Answer phone calls in a friendly manner and acts as operator for the Hospital
• Greet and interact with patients in a friendly and polite manner
• Perform other administrative duties as needed such as registering patients and scheduling appointments
• Multitask and move between responsibilities in a fluid manner
• Adhere to Jcaho hospital standards and PolicyStat policies
• Monitor supplies and inventory as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Demonstrates eligibility to work for any employer in the U.S.
• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent required
• Associate's or Bachelor's Degrees strongly preferred in the areas related to Healthcare and Biology
• Previous healthcare experience preferred
• Must be able to achieve CPR certification within 30 days of employment
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to show superior patient care
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and drive
• Able to work compassionately with patients and coworkers to exhibit patient care second to none
• Exudes respect and flexibility to impact the workplace in a positive manner
• Able to work effectively with others; works well within a team environment
• Excellent skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care, in order to meet documentation standards
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for professional advancement
• Previous experience and familiarity with EMRs is preferred
• Aware of standards and performs in accordance with them
• Able to work in a fast paced environment
• Strong attention to detail