Medical Assistant

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited school (credentials in the state of employment in accordance with state requirements and applicable regulations) 
• Customarily has at least five months or more of medical assistant experience
• Knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing routine medical and testing procedures under direct supervision of the treating clinician 
• Delivery of one-on-one patient care 
• Provides patients with quality clinical care and demonstrates a welcoming, respectful, and professional demeanor

Job description

The Medical Assistant is responsible for performing routine medical and testing procedures under direct supervision of the treating clinician as well as supports in other areas of the facility as needed including registration. This role requires efficient and accurate delivery of one-on-one patient care. 
• Prepare patients for physical examinations, including taking vital signs and any required or requested ancillary testing including but not limited to injections, phlebotomy and EKG
• Assist providers during examination and treatment
• Apply bandages, dressings and splints as ordered by the treating clinician
• Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment, and stock exam rooms
• Notify supervisor immediately if equipment is not functioning properly, supplies are needed, or facility is not operating as expected
• Ensure accuracy in documentation
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules
• Assist in maintaining a neat, clean, and orderly appearance throughout the facility

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education Level: Vocational/Technical/Business School
• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited school (credentials in the state of employment in accordance with state requirements and applicable regulations) 

Job-Related Experience
• Customarily has at least five months or more of medical assistant experience
• Knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology
 

Job-Related Skills/Competencies
• Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to  propose quality solutions
• Outstanding customer service skills and professionalism
• The ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies
• Able to communicate both verbally and in writing in Spanish

This position is eligible to earn a base compensation rate in the state range of $17.00 to $20.00 hourly depending on job-related factors as permitted by applicable law, such as level of experience

We is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans