NHJ0007 - Certified Medical Assistant - Jacksonville , FL- 52 Weeks Contract
Sigma Healthcare team is searching for a Certified Medical Assistant to work onsite in Jacksonville , FL.
Shift : 8hr Days
Responsibilities For Medical Assistant :
Receive and direct phone calls, schedule appointments, check-in patients, obtain necessary patient information to file and update patient records, and ensure all forms and consents are completed by patients.
Check-out patients, assist with referral processing, and arrange laboratory services.
Handle billing process.
Prepare patients for examination, take vitals, and record patients' health history.
Set-up EKG machines, administer injections and medications, and perform routine specimen collection and tests.
Prepare equipment and examination rooms, and clean instruments.
Assist physician with medical treatments, procedures, and exams.
Manage inventory of medical supplies and equip exam rooms with appropriate supplies.
Core Duties :
Prepare examination rooms prior to patient's arrival.
Assist with patient check-ins, admissions, discharges, and transfers as directed.
Check patient's vital signs, to include temperature, respiration, pulse, weight, blood pressure, and pulse oximeter reading.
Obtain and document patient's current medical history, drug history, chief complaints, allergies and vital signs on the correct form.
Perform diagnostic procedures when ordered.
Maintain examination room stock levels and perform routine maintenance of examination rooms.
Complete lab and x-ray requisitions in accordance with clinic policies.
Enter demographic data into the computer upon patient check-in; enter diagnosis and departing time when patient is released.
Requirements :
One year of experience as a Medical Assistant after graduation.
CMA- NHCP Pain Clinic Possess a minimum of six months of experience as a Medical Assistant after graduation.
Basic Life Support
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly manner at all times.
Must be detail-oriented and highly organized.
Firm grasp on medical practices, administrative processes, and organizational policies.
Knowledge of patient care and examination procedures
Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times.
Degree : Certificate
Certificate
Experience :
Possess a minimum of one year of full-time experience in the last 3 years as a CMA