Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Friend Health is looking for several Certified Medical Assistants to join our team. The Medical Assistant will provide medical services to patients under the guidance of a physician, RN or LPN.

The ideal person for this type of role is a good listener, outgoing and compassionate, organized and adaptable and an excellent problem solver. This vital role greets our patients, displays professionalism, and maintains confidentiality.

Responsibilities :

• Provide patient-care services– Examine patients, verify all medical history and chart notes.  Make a preliminary diagnosis regarding any follow-up procedures needed. Order diagnostic tests as required. Create and maintain patient-care plans, while instructing and guiding patients on progress. Prescribe medication as needed under the direction of a physician.
• Perform supportive procedures –  Perform procedures such as immunizations, injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection.
• Other duties : –  Answer phones, take messages and greet patients. Educate patients regarding diet, family planning, emotional problems, and health maintenance. Act as the backup to the physician when emergency treatments or complex procedures come up. Display professional judgment regarding consultation with supervising physicians concerning appropriate treatment.

Requirements :

About Friend Health :

Friend Health is a healthcare organization dedicated to providing optimum healthcare services and essential resources to underserved communities for over 65 years.  Our trusted healthcare professionals are here to serve everyone, providing adult medicine, women's health, children's health, mental health, substance abuse disorder, and dental services. It's who we are. It's what we do.

Friend Health benefits include medical dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings and professional development. Our benefits are industry leading, with low to no deductibles via the Blue Cross network. Costs for insurance has a high contribution rate by the employer to reduce the cost to you and your family. We offer PTO, sick days and personal paid days off after the completion of the probationary period.

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