Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

Position Description

Detailed Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides clerical and clinical assistance as required.
• Prepares patient from triaging through vital signs/medical history.
• Aids provider and completes procedures, as directed.
• Establishes specialty appointments, calls patients and pharmacies (prescriptions), and performs other routine clinical assignments.
• Adheres to Corporate Compliance program by reporting improper or unethical conduct, violation of applicable laws, regulations or program requirements.

Requirements

• Good organizational skills.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural staff.
• Computer literate with good typing skills, 35wpm.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work accurately with cash and receipts and with attention to detail.
• Skill in operating medical equipment and performing simple lab tests.
• Competent infection control skills and knowledge.
• Working knowledge of medical records and electronic health record system.

Training And Experience

• High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent training and experience.
• Documentation of completion of a Medical Assistant training program with certification preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Medical Assistant in ambulatory care.

Special Requirements

• CPR Certification preferred.
• Bilingual skills: English/Spanish preferred.
• Prior computer operation experience, medical systems preferred.
• Pleasant phone manners and professional appearance.
• Must be physically qualified to accomplish moderate bending, stooping, lifting (up to 30 pounds).
• When required, must be able to push, pull, and carry files/file boxes of moderate weight (20-30 pounds).