Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Under the direction of the Assistant Director for the Clinical Development and Practice Manager, the Medical Assistant is responsible for clinical-pre-visit planning, maintenance of exam rooms, medical / surgical supplies, and equipment.

Principal Accountabilities :

• Prepares specialty specific pre-visit planning worksheets
• Prepares patients for medical appointments including obtaining and recording patients' vital signs.
• Prepares instruments and equipment for use in examinations and / or medical / surgical procedures.
• Assists Physicians with examinations and medical procedures.
• Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to medical personnel in charge.
• Collect samples, taken by physician for testing, and deliver them to the laboratory.
• Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes materials, instruments, equipment, rooms and supplies.
• Inventories and requisitions supplies.
• Reviews patient charts for instructions regarding prescriptions, tests, follow-up appointments and / or patient testing procedures.
• Schedules patients for follow-up testing procedures.
• Obtains pre-certification / authorization for surgical procedures, admissions, etc.
• Assist in locating and filing records.
• Retrieves lab reports, dictations, x-rays and correspondence. Files and maintains orderly records.
• Provides patient education and instruction as directed by the Physician
• Answers telephone, takes messages, and gives routine information in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of and complies with established policies and procedures.
• Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Core Competencies :

Minimum Requirements :

Compensation Range : $20 / hr - $23 / hr