Medical Assistant/Certified Medical Assistant - O H Dermatology - FT DAYS
Sky Lakes Medical Center · Klamath Falls, OR · 2 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Qualifications
- Medical Assistant Certification from AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT
- AHA CPR certification required by end of month from 60 days of hire and maintained
- Positive, cheerful attitude
- Self-starter, flexible, and caring individual
- Demonstrates accuracy in documentation
- Communicates effectively orally and in writing
- Maintains strict confidentiality of patient information
- Preferred: Demonstrates competence in mission, vision, values, and strategic plan
Typical Physical/Mental Demands
- Medium physical/mental demands as needed
- Able to follow instructions and accept direction
- Work independently and with medical providers, patients, family members, and co-workers
- Prioritize work demands and organize time efficiently
- Work in multi-specialty settings
- Work within time constraints, in high stress situations, and with multiple tasks
- Remain calm under stress
- Excellent problem-solving skills
Essential Job Functions
- Process and prepare the patient for assessment and treatment
- Assist medical clinician with office procedures
- Daily sorting of incoming patient reports/results for medical clinician’s review
- Clean, maintain, and care for instruments, equipment, and all work areas
- Send approved prescriptions to pharmacies or patients
- Accurately administer injections, immunizations, and/or medications
- Telephone counseling of patients under direct supervision of the medical clinician
- Respond to patient calls in a timely manner
- Order and restock examination rooms with medical supplies
- Schedule appointments for patient procedures and examinations and prioritize referrals
- Accurately and timely documentation of all care/education/conversations provided to patient
- Obtain pertinent information and records for patients referred to medical clinician
- Convey a warm, caring environment for patients and staff
- Willingness to be flexible and adaptive to different situations
- Maintain competency in all position responsibilities