Medical Assistant

Job description

Medical Assistant

We are seeking a versatile and detail-oriented individual to join our team to provide hands on Medical Assistance experience. This multifaceted role ensures seamless patient care and efficient office operations, The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

Medical Assistant Duties:

• Prepare exam rooms by ensuring they are clean and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Take and document vital signs, patient histories, and medical concerns.
• Administer allergy injections and documents in the appropriate systems.
• Assist the providers during procedures and examinations.
• Administer medications and perform injections under providers supervision.
• Provide patient education on treatments, medications, and follow-up care.
• Ensures all sterilization techniques are performed and that sterilization.
• Equipment works properly, and all compliance logs are kept up to date and are in compliance with all local, state, and federal Guidelines as required.
• Ensures all patient prescription refill and/or prior authorization requests are completed in a timely manner. 
• Reviews established patient appointments to verify orders testing and labs have been completed and received (if applicable). 
• Adhere to HIPAA regulations and maintain patient confidentiality.

Floating Between Clinical Areas:

• Serve as a flexible resource to support various clinical areas, including allergy shots, general patient care, and procedural support.
• Step in to assist team members during peak times, staff shortages, or high patient volumes.
• Provide seamless communication and workflow between departments to maintain operational efficiency.
• All other duties as assigned by the Practice Administrator and/or Provider(s). The responsibilities defined above are intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned this job classification. The description of responsibilities is not intended to be inclusive or limit the discretionary authority of supervisors to assign other tasks of a similar level of responsibility for which the individual has demonstrated competency through performance.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Certification as a Medical Assistant 
• 2+ years working in a medical office (required).
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and medical office software.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and office procedures.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the office and clinical areas for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to operate medical instruments and office equipment.