Medical Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Obtains vital signs including, height, weight, BMI, LMP, and urine specimens of patients.

· Obtain reason for visit; including but not limited to chief complaint, symptom type, duration and assess the appropriate procedure needs for that visit.

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· Chart documentation, maintenance, and review of patient historical data, allergies, primary physician, pharmacy, family medical history, and active medications.

· Administers vaccinations and medications– intramuscularly, intradermal and subcutaneous.

· Equipment set up for colposcopys, LEEP, annual exams, NST’s, any minor surgical office procedure.

· Identifies critical situations involving a patient’s physical welfare and well-being.

· Performs appropriate in-house lab testing as warranted. Knowledge of urinalysis, urine HCG, rapid strep throat, flu, and glucose testing.

· Ensures lab technician has accurate patient information and lab requisitions.

· Cleaning and sterilization of patient rooms, furniture, and restrooms during office hours.

· Maintain proper stocking of medical supplies in patient exam rooms.

· Maintain privacy and confidentiality of all patients.

· Basic knowledge and use of medical terminology.

· Actively participate in staff meetings/educational activities to improve environment and customer care.

· Maintain OSHA standards and safety precautions.

· Proper identification, cleaning and storing of instruments using the autoclave.

· Assists other staff members with additional tasks.

· Observes and reports any pertinent changes involving patient status.

· Scheduling and complete referrals for outpatient procedures, surgeries, and appointments as directed by providers.

· Timely and accurate generation and maintenance of medical records.

· Ensure all results/consults/medical records have been signed by provider.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Ability to work independently and work well with others.

· Good oral, written and computer communication skills.

· Ability to multi-task physically and mentally.

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