Medical Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY:  

As a Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting healthcare professionals in providing patient care, performing administrative duties, and ensuring smooth clinic operations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Medical Assistant I:

• Greet patients courteously and escort them to exam rooms obtaining pertinent information, which may include obtaining vital signs, weight, height, health history, and symptoms.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures by taking vital signs and recording medical histories.
• Assist healthcare providers during examinations and treatments.
• Prepare examination rooms for patient visits, including cleaning, sterilizing, and stocking supplies.
• Prep patient charts for clinic.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient information in the electronic health records (EHR) system.
• Schedule patient appointments and follow-up visits.
• Maintain optimum patient flow by keeping exam rooms occupied with patients for office visits.
• Dispense durable medical equipment as needed.    
• Dispose of biohazardous wastes according to OSHA standards.
• Clean, disinfect and/or sterilize instruments and equipment following safety and OSHA standards.
• Based on need and direction, provide patients with written department visit policies, HIPAA Rights, medical literature, etc.  
• Provide office coverage during vacations, absences, and/or breaks and lunches.

• Maintain confidentiality of patient account information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and NMOA policy.
• Accompany patients to radiology when applicable
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Medical Assistant II

In addition to the Medical Assistant I duties:

• Perform more advanced clinical procedures as permitted by state regulations and under the supervision of healthcare providers.
• Provide patient education on medical conditions, treatments, and preventive care.
• Process prescriptions and refill requests, ensuring accuracy and adherence to protocols.
• Assist with minor surgical procedures, wound care management, and cast removal.
• Prepare injections.
• Compile and disperse surgery packets.
• Schedule patient surgeries and procedures efficiently.
• Coordinate patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare facilities.
• Act as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring effective communication and patient satisfaction.

Medical Assistant III

In addition to the Medical Assistant II duties: