Medical Assistant OBGYN Clinic

About the Role

This position ensures the physician's schedule flows efficiently by preparing for patient visits, assisting the physician during exams, and maintaining exam rooms and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients into the exam area in a timely manner.
• Update patient demographics and medical history in the EMR system.
• Obtain vital signs and record the chief complaint to start notes for the physician.
• Check the schedule and organize patient flow.
• Assist with collecting and labeling specimens for laboratory testing.
• Enter lab orders as directed by the physician.
• Ensure encounter forms are completed before directing the patient to the discharge area.
• Keep exam rooms clean, neat, and fully supplied.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
• Maintain open communication between nurses and the physician.

Requirements

• Full-time, non-exempt position.
• Knowledge of HIPAA/OSHA compliance.
• Familiarity with OB/GYN and medical terminology and procedures.
• Understanding of nursing theory, regulations, and practices.
• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in a physician office setting, preferably in an OB/GYN office or Family Practice.
• Current medical assistant certification preferred.
• Maintain CPR certification.

Skills

• Computer literacy and skilled in data entry.
• Strong communication skills, including tact, diplomacy, sensitivity, clarity, and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain a positive working relationship with physicians and co-workers.
• Ability to understand and interpret policies and regulations.
• Good clinical judgment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with physicians, team members, and patients.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures as directed.

Environmental/Working Conditions

Normal office environment.

Physical Requirements

• Visual and manual dexterity for data entry on the computer.
• Ability to tolerate prolonged sitting or standing.
• All duties to be performed with or without accommodation.

Office Citizenship Expectations

• Maintain appropriate, professional conduct and appearance at all times; follow office dress code consistently.
• Complete work in an established time frame; seek appropriate tasks when primary tasks are complete.
• Demonstrate willingness to perform other duties to assist the team effort for the benefit of patients, physicians, and fellow employees.
• Demonstrate adaptability to expanded roles within the organization and changing environment.
• Arrive at work on time and complete all tasks; maintain good work attendance and avoid excessive absenteeism.
• Maintain work area in a professional, neat manner.

Schedule

This is a full-time, non-exempt position.