Medical Assistant

Job Description

The Medical Assistant performs administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the Physician or Physician's designee. Key responsibilities include:

• Assist the doctor in all aspects of the patient’s initial consultation, and weekly status checks.
• Routine follow-up examinations.
• Emergency visits as needed.
• Schedule and follow-up on all diagnostic studies that are ordered, including proper documentation and obtaining physicians' signatures on test results.
• Acquire and notify the physician of results from lab tests.
• Attend annual OSHA/Biomedical update meetings and apply updates in the clinical setting.
• Practice safety precautions and wear personal protective equipment when needed.
• Document medications the patient is currently taking and any new medications prescribed by our physicians.
• Document vital signs, initial weight, and follow-up weights.
• Obtain signed permission slips for patients undergoing radioactive prostate seed implants.
• Verify the allergy sticker is complete.
• Assist or perform catheterization of patients for various simulations.
• Report or verify all patient problems as reported.
• Maintain HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient privacy.
• Maintain open communication with front desk, nursing staff, etc., regarding patient add-ons, treatment breaks, and changes in treatment plans.
• Actively participate in and enforce standards of care for patients.
• Demonstrate courtesy and respect, maintaining a professional demeanor in stressful situations.
• Maintain attendance and uniform standards according to company policy.
• Attend mandatory company training sessions as required by state/federal law.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and good oral and written communications skills.
• Ability to work well with multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• One to three years' experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• Bilingual English & Spanish preferred.