Medical Assistant

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General Purpose of Job

To assist health care providers and clerical staff in the ambulatory patient care areas. Provides developmentally appropriate care for the ages of patients served. Perform a variety of routine and specialized tasks

Specific job duties include : Performs and documents vital signs and physical measurements in an age-appropriate manner. Performs phlebotomy procedures, performs ancillary testing, promotes safety and infection control, calls pharmacy to authorize medication refills as per physician's orders, performs clerical duties to include : answering telephones, greeting patients, appointment

scheduling, insurance pre- authorizations, chart preparation and completion, retrieves diagnostic reports and dictations, arranges for hospital admissions, and procedures, and reinforces physician discharge orders

Education and / or Experience.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Completion of medical assistant training course accredited by the Bureau of Private Post secondary and Vocational Education in the Department of Consumer Affairs or CAAHEP.
• Prior experience as a certified medical assistant preferred.
• Basic knowledge of computer
• Current BLS or within six months of hire
• Attempt National Certification or Registry as Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) within two years of hire.

Essential Duties and Behavioral Expectations :

Performs and documents vital signs and physical measurements in an age-appropriate manner.

Perform general lab duties as assigned.

Promotes safety and infection control.

Assists nursing personnel and performs other duties.

Medication administration.

Maintains interaction and communication.