Medical Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

Assists Physicians with all patient procedures. Give injections and applies dressings and splints. Collects specimens, runs lab tests, performs EKGs, Drug screen collection, Breath Alcohols, Pulmonary Function Testing, and Audiometric testing.

Performs clerical duties as assigned. During times of high patient volume and / or to assist with coverage, may be asked to float to other PPG clinics.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.

For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.

Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General environment : Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious organisms.
• May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1 year of clinical work experience. Phoebe Putney Health System clinical rotation and / or medical assistant internship experience will be considered in lieu of actual work experience. (Required)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

• Required Certifications / Licensures : Department Specific Certifications may be required.
• Preferred Certifications / Licensures : Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

GENERAL SKILLS

• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Customer Relations
• Mathematical
• Analytical
• Grammar / Spelling
• Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
• Follow Verbal Instructions
• Transcription
• Mechanical
• Basic Computer Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• General Clerical Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
• Have good - manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination
• Ability to perform - repetitive tasks / motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Sitting - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Climbing - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Bending / Stooping - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Twist at waist - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
• Pushing / Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Lift / carry up to 20 lbs - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
• Lift / carry >

20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

• Reaching above shoulder - Frequently within shift (34-66%)
30+ days ago