MEDICAL ASSISTANT, GENERAL SURGERY

Job Summary

Position Summary: Assist APRN and physician by preparing patients for examinations. Assist with patient care including procedures. Must be able to accurately transcribe into patient’s electronic medical record. Performs clerical duties and must be able to operate office equipment, computer. Assist in scheduling and obtaining precertification for surgeries. May perform phlebotomy with no waived testing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High School Graduate or equivalent preferred
• Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant certification preferred
• One-year experience in clinical area preferred
• Current CPR certification
• General office skills and medical terminology preferred

Working Conditions

• Works primarily in the medical office setting, consistent shift and unit
• Moderate to frequent lifting (excess of 50 lbs.), bending, and assisting in same, using correct techniques
• Must be able to operate office equipment, computer terminals and keyboards, computerized lab equipment
• Extensive walking during shift
• Exposure to blood, body fluids and infectious diseases