Medical Assistant- OB/GYN- Bluffton

Purpose of this Position

Under the supervision of the Physician, assist in office and lab procedures, point of care testing, injections, phlebotomy, sterilization of instruments and clerical duties. Provide patient centered care.

Blanchard Valley Health System - Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: Caring for a lifetime.
Vision: Extraordinary people. Exceptional care.
Values: Integrity, Compassion, Skill, Collaboration, Innovation & Humor

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Manages daily patient and provider flow.
• Aid the Physician with patient care as required.
• Ensure exam rooms and clinical areas are prepared for each visit.
• Follow directions from the Provider and leadership.
• Conduct phlebotomy and point of care testing.
• Accurately complete the registration process.
• Chart documentation.
• Use clinical and clerical skills.
• Enhance patient experience and uphold the organization's mission, vision, and values.
• Participate in process improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED equivalent.
• Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to cross-train to other positions within the practice, as needed.
• Adhere to BVHS policies regarding workplace civility and standards of behavior.
• Comply with all organizational privacy policies and procedures.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served.
• Knowledge of principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Excellent verbal communication skills to communicate with patients, providers, and co-workers.
• Good eye-hand coordination and fine finger dexterity to operate machines.
• Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification/Registered/Diploma.
• Previous Medical experience.
• Experience in giving injections/blood draws preferred.
• Medical terminology experience preferred.
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience.
• Experience taking manual and/or electronic vitals.
• Experience communicating with patients over the phone and in-person.
• Experience with sterile procedures.
• Experience assisting Providers with procedures.
• Experience working in a medical practice.