MEDICAL ASSISTANT-DR JAMES CASSANDRA

Medical Assistant – Dr. James Cassandra

Full-time: Monday–Friday
Locations: Pickerington, Dublin & Grove City

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting the physician in clinic and patient care, documentation of encounters, communication with physicians and staff, general housekeeping of the exam rooms, and administrative support tasks for the team.

Position Responsibilities/Standards

• Attend department, clinic, or company meetings as required
• Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns
• Work cooperatively with staff and respond flexibly to changing situations
• Attend required annual in-service programs
• Understand and follow company policies and safety requirements
• Identify unsafe situations and notify supervisor

Specific Duties

• Complete EMR intake at time of service
• Escort patients to room
• Review H&P for new patients/problems before physician sees patient
• Provide medical assistance (suture removal, injections, prescriptions)
• Assist with physical therapy and off-work requests
• Receive/reply to medical messages and prescription requests
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations (biohazard disposal)
• Facilitate medical records requests
• Keep exam rooms clean and tidy
• Assist with administrative tasks (calls, surgery packets, portal messages, faxes, pre-clinic prep)
• Obtain MRI/X-ray readings for physician review
• Coordinate with ancillary services for follow-up care
• Streamline patient communication
• Travel to other locations as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations

• Certified Medical Assistant certification preferred

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; or technical training
• At least one year of related experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to hear, communicate, read, stand, sit, walk, reach, handle objects
• Must be able to climb, pull, push, squat, kneel
• Demonstrate exercises properly
• Maximum unassisted lift: 50 lbs; Average lift: 15 lbs