Medical Assistant MGC-Internal Medicine

Core Job Responsibilities

• Measure and record vital signs, takes patient medical history and chief complaint.
• Record information accurately in the medical chart.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization of equipment.
• Absorb and follow up telephone messages from patients, referrals, and pharmacies.
• Prepare and send prescriptions electronically per provider's orders.
• Perform waived lab tests, EKGs, and administer injections.
• Apply dressing and remove sutures as ordered by the provider.
• Dispose of biohazard waste according to state standards.
• Maintain OSHA requirements and practice OSHA standards.
• Perform accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Manual dexterity, good eye/hand coordination and acceptable vision needed in daily work.
• Strong knowledge of organizational dynamics and excellent communication/coaching skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, the public, and other agencies.
• Ability to respond calmly and efficiently in crisis situations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills based on the command of the English language.
• Able to perform the following functions: standing for long hours, walking, stooping, bending, sitting, pushing, pulling, and squatting.
• Able to lift 30+ lbs. in order to lift/move patients, equipment, and/or supplies utilized in the workplace.