Medical Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

The MA provides basic medical care to patients in an orthopedic clinic; maintains standards of professional nursing practice in accordance with clinic policy and procedures; provides for the safe and efficient dispensing of doses of medication to patients consistent with the organization's procedure and as ordered by the Physician; responsible for thorough, accurate reporting and documentation of the patient's symptoms, responses and progress. Must be proficient on computer, scheduling, and have excellent phone etiquette.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works under the supervision of Provider and maintains practical nursing professional standards of care
• Charts in notes accurately and in a timely manner, documents provided, maintain appropriate records related to patient’s progress and activities accurately and in a timely manner
• Interviews patients and documents basic medical history
• Organizes and schedules appointments
• Checks with patients and types up patients charts
• Produces and distributes correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
• Returns patient calls
• Performs other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year clinic experience preferred
• Training or experience treating patients in a clinical setting
• Cool cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians