Position Overview:

The position of Medical Assistant (MA) is primarily responsible for providing direct patient care and assisting the provider with patient care. The MA obtains patient information and records it in the patient record. The MA is responsible for medical supplies and the readiness of the examination rooms. Maintains interdepartmental relations and coordinates interdepartmental communications.

Essential Functions:

Clinical:

a) Prepares patients for exams, takes vital signs and acquires needed measurements.

b) Assists with exams and procedures.

c) Prepares and equips exam rooms with supplies.

d) Monitors equipment and stocks supplies.

e) Miscellaneous duties as assigned by Physician or Supervisor.

f) Answer phones, schedule appointments, patient tests/procedures.

g) Patient paperwork and chart prep.

h) Print visit summaries, fax visit notes.

i) Procedure prior authorization; medication authorization.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Physical Demands: Ability to lift twenty (20) pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds, as well as assist with weights of more than one-hundred (100) pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods. Fine motor skills. Visual acuity.

Qualifications & Skills:

a) Education: Graduate of an approved Training Program for Medical Assistants.

b) Training & Experience: Experience is preferred but may not be required. Orientation is based on previous knowledge and experience. Additional education/training in a related field is considered on an individual basis. BLS required.

c) Job Knowledge: Encompasses a wide range of nursing, psycho-social and medical information which includes nursing process, communications and problem solving, assessment and prioritizing skills.