Medical Assistant (MA) | Moscow Medical | Full Time

Job Summary

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist with patient intake and assessments.
• Document patient intake, clinical interventions, and care outcomes in the EHR.
• Support provider documentation and serve as a medical scribe when appropriate.
• Monitor the clinical inbox and process incoming/outgoing documents, labs, phone calls, refill requests, and other correspondence.

Testing & Procedures

• Perform CLIA-waived lab testing, venipuncture, capillary blood draws, and prepare specimens for lab processing.
• Conduct in-office diagnostic tests (e.g., EKGs, vision/hearing screenings) under provider supervision.
• Absorb and follow orders/referrals entered by providers.

Vaccinations & Medication Administration

• Administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intradermal injections under provider supervision.
• Administer adult vaccines and participate in the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program, including IRIS record review, vaccine screening, and documentation.

Administrative & Compliance Support

• Handle medication prior authorizations with insurance companies.
• Monitor and restock medical supplies, reporting malfunctions or needs.
• Complete online incident reports for variances, near misses, and complaints.
• Observe safety, privacy, and patient service issues in front office/waiting areas.

Qualifications

• No formal education required; Medical Office experience preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Role-Specific Duties And Qualifications

• Cannot independently assess patients or develop nursing care plans.
• Absorb and follow orders/referrals entered by providers.

Organizational Expectations

• Demonstrates the Gritman Way in behavior and service delivery.
• Maintains confidentiality, professionalism, and regulatory compliance.
• Participates in continuing education and annual skills validation.
• Contributes to continuous quality improvement and safety culture.