Medical Assistant

Our Medical Assistants are responsible for preparing patients for examinations and assisting doctors and nurses in providing quality care. Among other responsibilities, they record and update patients' physical and medical information, assist clinical staff in completing exams, administer injections, keep exam rooms stocked with supplies, and maintain clinical records. As a member of our care team, you will collaborate with colleagues to ensure that every patient is provided the highest quality of care. Responsibilities: Ensures proper preparation for patient visit and prepares pertinent information needed for patient visit. Communicates & provides care consistent with age, cultural, spiritual and developmental needs of the patient. Answers the telephone in an appropriate manner, directs calls and/or takes accurate messages. Reconciles encounters daily and accurately, according to policy guidelines. Effectively communicates problems, concerns or issues to the Supervisor and/or Manager appropriately and promptly. Understands and performs within scope of practice. Obtains vital signs: BP, temp, pulse, height & weight accurately and completely as required. Documents appropriately in EHR. Reviews and updates medication list and accurately documents known allergies in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). Demonstrates an understanding of prescription control and prescription refill procedures. Accurately documents allergies in EHR. Employs appropriate and timely use of Tasking in EHR. Appropriately enters orders and schedules appointments in the Practice Management System (PMS) and EHR. Job Type: Full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr