MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Job Purpose: Under general supervision, the Certified Medical Assistant will provide outstanding care in service to patients and physicians. The CMA must be able to assist the Physician with patient flow in a professional and courteous manner at all times.

JOB FUNCTIONS:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

- Obtain, review and document patient medical history and record vital signs in EMR.

- Prepare patients for examination and assist the physician during the examination.

- Provide patient with accurate information, instruction, and education as it pertains to their medical visits and treatment procedures.

- Administer medications as directed by physician.

- As directed by physician, process pharmacy requests.

- Pre-certify patients for treatment.

- Pull all orders (including telephone) and ensure that there are no patient "open orders".

- Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for processing.

- Proactively follow up with patient labs (i.e., biopsy, cysto's, u/a, blood work, etc.) and patient records in a timely manner.

- Ensure patient is scheduled with correct provider.

- Remove stents, sutures, etc. as directed by physician.

- Prepare examination rooms by maintaining the upkeep and cleanliness of the rooms, as well as arranging the instruments and equipment.

- Perform venipuncture on assigned patients with accuracy and care (not applicable in Peds).

- Maintain HIPAA compliance and OSHA standards of care.

- Maintain positive and respectful dialogue at all times.

- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge:
Education/Training

- 2 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred.

- Current certification as a Medical Assistant.
Skills & Abilities:

- Analytical Skills; must be able to understand and follow medical charts and diagnoses.

- Detail Oriented; must be precise when taking vital signs and recording patient information.

- Interpersonal Skills; must be able to discuss patient information with physician and other medical personnel tactfully and confidentially.

- Must be able to interact with patients who may be in pain or in distress in a calm and professional manner.

- Excellent organizational, time management and follow through skills are required.

Computer literacy:

- Technical Skills; Proficiency in and working knowledge of medical software applications,

- e.g., EMR, EHR, as well as Microsoft Office Applications.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations

- Medical Assistant Certification is required.

Driving Requirements:

- A valid State of Georgia Driver's License and reliable transportation is required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical Demands: This position requires a substantial amount of standing, sitting and working at a computer station throughout the day.

Work Environment: Must be flexible and available to work at different locations.