Job Details
Qualifications
- CPR Certification
- Communication skills
- Medication administration
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
Job Description
The Medical Assistant is responsible to verify patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history, confirming purpose of visit. Also prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests, taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature, reporting patient history summary.
PRIMARY DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:
Taking medical histories
Explaining treatment procedures to patients
Preparing patients for examination
Assisting the physician during exams
Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
Performing basic laboratory specimens
Instructing patients about medication and special diets
Preparing and administering medications as directed by a physician
Authorizing prescription refills as directed
Drawing blood
Taking electrocardiograms
Removing sutures and changing dressings
Using computer applications
Answering telephones
Greeting patients
Updating and filing patient medical record
Coding and filling out insurance forms
Scheduling appointment
Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services
Handling correspondence
Participate in individual & group projects as directed by management
Other duties, as assigned
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS:
1 or more years’ experience as a Medical Assistant or Medical Admin Assistant
Medical Assistant Diploma
Current CPR card
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be a self-starter who can work independently yet function in a highly collaborative, fast-paced team environment.
Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines effectively
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong data entry, organizational and interpersonal skills
High integrity, team player with patient service focus and flexibility
EXPERIENCE:
Must be PC proficient and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting; experience in Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word and Excel a must
Good presentation & communication skills
Must be productive & resourceful with the ability to meet deadlines