Medical Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Performs nursing functions for physician/extender.   Supports the Objectives and Philosophy of White-Wilson Medical Center. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients including patient screening, histories, and vital signs.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with clinical standards.
• Observes, records and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. 
• May perform point of care testing and resulting.
• May perform venipuncture, ensuring accurate and safe collection of blood samples.
• Performs patient outreach for value-based initiatives and patient optimization programs.
• Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Assists in maintaining timely flow of patients.
• Coordinates and schedules procedures at hospitals or surgery centers and handles any prior authorizations that may be necessary.
• Initiates patient referrals and coordinates with staff if a patient has barriers with the outside referral.
• Provides patient education regarding procedures.
• Calls patients with necessary results.
• Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls.  
• Refills prescriptions and handles any medication authorizations for patients.
• Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials.  Ensures cleanliness.  
• Consistently displays a positive attitude and a personal commitment to excellence.
• Attends all department meetings and clinic required meetings.
• Maintains strict confidentiality. 

Competencies:

• Patient Centered

• Time Management

• Teamwork
• Effective Communication
• Quality Focus
• Professional Knowledge

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduation from an accredited medical assistant school or program. 
• Possession of an active MA certification or registration (can be obtained during the first 6 months of employment).

• Current American Heart Association recognized Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job responsibilities. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit for extended periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.   Repetitive motion of upper body required for extended use of computer. Required specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position in an outpatient medical business office setting.   Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm.  Based on business need, the ability to work a flexible schedule, including some overtime as approved in advance.

Travel:

This position does not require any travel.

Work Environment:

This position requires regular and reliable on-site attendance.  

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement:

White-Wilson Medical Center, P.A. and affiliates are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.