The Medical Assistant is 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 is 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.
The role requires maintaining exam room cleanliness, managing clinical supplies, disposing of bio-hazardous waste, and coordinating with providers regarding hospital discharges and specialist visits.
Matching Summary
The Medical Assistant is 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
Administer injections within state guidelines
Maintain clinical supplies and vaccine logs
Nice-to-have
Customer service experience strongly preferred
Two years healthcare setting experience preferred
Active participation in quality improvement initiatives
Ability to analyze current procedures for improvement
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 American Heart Association
Two years experience in similar healthcare setting preferred