Medical Assistant -NC

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms;
• prepares for physician visit by obtaining initial information and vital signs;
• prepares exam rooms for patients with attention to cleanliness and availability of supplies;
• assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures;
• schedules appointments and sets up referral contacts as needed;
• assists provider during patient examinations and procedures;
• educates patients on follow up expectations.

Maintains Quality Control

• maintains quality control testing logs as required;
• ensures all medical equipment is in proper working condition.

Assists with Office Administrative Tasks

• assists with office administrative tasks to include but not limited to answering phones, taking messages, performing office related tasks (copying, printing, data entry, etc.), and assisting with depositing of cash and other closing duties.

Physical Requirements

• MEDIUM WORK - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly;
• ability to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for an 8-12 hour shift.

Working Environment

• working closely with others;
• working protracted or irregular hours;
• working around biohazards;
• working around infectious diseases;
• working with hands in water.

Skills and Abilities

• ability to use and care of all equipment including printers, embossers, and computers;
• ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients;
• ability to adapt to changing environments;
• ability to organize and prioritize work.