Diabetes & Endocrinology - MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:  

Responsible for the efficient and effective processing of patients through the practice/clinic.  Assists providers in providing high quality, compassionate patient care.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis.  Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

 

• Prepares patient for examination.  Obtains vital signs and chief complaint.  Appropriately documents information obtained.
• Performs laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Answers, screens and triages telephone calls.  Takes accurate messages and distributes to the appropriate personnel within the guidelines of the practice.
• Schedules tests and referral appointments for patients.
• Administers oral and injectable medication.  Phones prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Engages and helps promote patient/family teaching as appropriate; and provides an educational environment for patients and patient families.
• Maintains practice standards by participating in in-services, committees, etc.  May assist in developing and implementing quality control and practice policies.
• Inventories, orders and restocks areas as necessary.
• Maintains and cleans equipment and environmental safety as required.
• May provide clerical services as required to maintain an effective practice flow.

Job Requirements

General Requirements BLS preferred MA Certification preferred Work Experience Relevant clinical experience within the past 5 years; if no clinical experience, completion of training in past year Six months work experience in medical office setting preferred Experience with an EMR preferred Diabetes clinic experience preferred Education High School Diploma, GED or the successful completion of twelve grades combined with the continued enrollment in an Early College Program. Specialty clinics may require six months specialty experience • Relevant clinical experience within the past 5 years; if no clinical experience, completion of medical assistant program in past two years. Specialized Knowledge and Skills Ability to provide care for patients, which is age specific to their physical and safety needs, psychosocial concerns and educational level. Necessary visual and auditory acuity required to monitor patient's condition and operate department equipment Demonstrates a positive team attitude and has interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with clients, their families, providers and co-workers.