Clinical Practice Assistant/Medical Assistant

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In a busy Ophthalmology clinic, performs a variety of clinical duties with a strong focus on medical assisting, including preparing patients for examination, assisting with procedures, and supporting providers in delivering high-quality care. Also assists with key administrative tasks such as patient check-in, scheduling, and front desk coordination to ensure efficient practice operations. Delivers exceptional patient service while supporting both clinical and administrative workflows. Reports to the manager with input from assigned physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers.

Job Description:

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of this position.

Primary Responsibilities:

1.    Performs medical assisting duties which may include, but are not limited to, vital signs, height and weight, EKGs, performing phlebotomy and assisting during routine procedures. Ensures that all patient care areas are clean, organized, stocked and ready for patient use. Escorts patients to ancillary service areas such as radiology and lab as needed. (essential)

2.    Monitors, orders and/or maintains medical equipment and supplies, ensuring they are clean, sterilized, stocked and within expiration dates. (essential)

3.    Performs initial review of medication lists in the electronic medical record for final review by licensed practitioners. May retrieve schedule VI and over the counter medications only, under supervision of licensed providers; is not authorized to perform licensed personnel duties, which include but are not limited to drawing up medications, medication administration or flushing IVs. (essential)

4.    Performs appropriate point of care testing, such as lab tests and specimen collection. Implements quality control standards to ensure proper functioning and accuracy of testing equipment. Provides patients with relevant instructions for specific tests and procedures. (essential)

5.    Uses the electronic medical record system (OMR) to queue prescription renewals for review by a licensed provider. As directed by a clinician, enters/scribes orders for tests, services or appointments in OMR. During the visit, accurately documents tasks, as they are completed, in OMR to ensure proper billing (Facility Worksheet). (essential)

6.    Schedules related diagnostic and lab tests making every reasonable effort to accommodate patient and provider needs. Verifies patient insurance, including prior authorizations, referrals, and pre-certifications. Explains processes as needed to help patients meet their needs and insurance requirements. (essential)

7.    Prepares schedules, patient charts and other documents as needed for clinical activities, in accordance with Medical Center standards. Procures and correlates medical correspondence as directed by department. (essential)

8.    Performs check-in utilizing a computer system, according to standard processes. This includes but is not limited to registration and verification of demographic and fiscal information, collecting copayments, collecting/verifying health care proxy and providing patients with visit questionnaires/forms. (essential)

9.    Use computer system to record whether appointment was cancelled or patient did not keep the appointment (visit disposition). (essential)

10.    Monitors patients and visitors entering, waiting, and leaving the practice. Facilitates timely flow and informs patients and
 
providers of delays in a timely manner. Acts as liaison between patient and practice staff to ensure optimal flow and service delivery. Ensures waiting room materials are organized and stocked as directed by the department. May answer and screen telephone calls. (essential)
 

Required Qualifications:
1.    High School diploma or GED required.
2.    0-1 years related work experience required.
3.  Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.
4.    MA, EMT, CNA, LNA certificate or diploma; or at least 5 months of direct patient care experience in a clinical or research setting, such as: experience working as a medical assistant (MA), a patient care technician (PCT) or a clinical nursing assistant (CNA); nursing or medical student with completion of one clinical rotation.

Preferred Qualifications:

1.    Phlebotomy Certificate

Competencies:

1.    Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are based on specific instru