The Medical Assistant serves as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team dedicated to satisfying the organization's mission of excellence in caring for the sick
Job Summary
The Medical Assistant serves as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team dedicated to satisfying the organization's mission of excellence in caring for the sick.
Primary responsibilities include conducting pre-visit planning, updating patient records with recent test results, and preparing patients for examination by recording vital signs and history.
The role requires maintaining clinical supplies, administering immunizations within state guidelines, and coordinating with providers regarding hospital discharges and specialist visits.
Matching Summary
The Medical Assistant serves as a professional member of the interdisciplinary team dedicated to satisfying the organization's mission of excellence in caring for the sick.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Conduct pre-visit planning and charting
Measure height weight and vital signs
Update medication lists and allergies
Prepare patients for examination
Maintain exam room cleanliness and supplies
Administer injections within state guidelines
Dispose of bio-hazardous waste properly
Nice-to-have
Customer service experience strongly preferred
Two years healthcare setting experience preferred
Active participation in quality improvement initiatives
Team collaboration and problem resolution skills
Ability to suggest process improvements
Key Requirements
High School degree or equivalent required
One year clinical experience OR graduate of Medical Assistant program
Current BLS/CPR certification through American Red Cross or AHA
Two years experience in similar healthcare setting preferred