Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Medical Assistant

Position Type : Full Time

Job Description : To assist the Provider in providing the utmost direct / indirect quality care to patients with the end goal of making patients feel as if they are family.

Role and Responsibilities

Clinical and Administrative

• Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas
• Assist with examinations, invasive and non-invasive procedures or treatments
• Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control
• Comply with quality assurance practices
• Screen and follow up on patients test results
• Collect and process specimens; log specimens
• Perform diagnostic tests if applicable
• Obtain patient medical history and vitals
• Prepare and administer medication (excludes controlled drugs)
• Maintain accurate medication records
• Recognize and respond to emergencies
• Call or enter in prescriptions per physicians orders
• Maintain drug sample supply on hand. Discard appropriately expired samples
• Assist in general housekeeping duties including weekly scrub-down of all patient care areas
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and maintain logs (i.e. autoclave, eye wash stations and clinical refrigerators)
• Initiate and process prescription medication prior authorizations

Professional

Demonstrates initiative and responsibility

Able to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focus

Adheres to ethical principles

Time Management

Adapts to change

Attends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training / education

Communication

Recognizes and respects cultural diversity

Adapts communication to individual's ability to understand

Uses professional, pleasant telephone etiquette

Uses medical terminology appropriately

Treats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respect

Projects a professional manner and image

Consistent attendance and punctuality

Adherence to time clock procedures

Legal

Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately

Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information

Practices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilities

Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast's Employee Handbook.

Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA

Core Competencies

Efficiency

Attention to details

Organized

Punctual

Takes initiative, proactive

Team Player

Honesty / Integrity

Flexible

Calm under pressure

"A Doer", persistence

Problem solver, Strategic thinking, Creativity

Analytical skills

Clear and concise communication / Listening skills

Quick Learner, Intelligence

Follow through on commitments

Enthusiastic, Friendly, Positive attitude

Openness to advice and constructive criticism

Strong work ethic

Physical Demands

Prolonged standing / walking

Occasional travel

Multitasking

Repetitive head, neck, hands wrists and arm motion / rotation

Extensive reading, writing, typing required

Lifting to 25lbs

Frequent use of office administrative, computer and medical equipment

Transferring and positioning patients

Qualifications and Education Requirements :

High school diploma, AA degree or higher. Medical assistant diploma and certification preferred. Knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, customer service, excellent verbal communication skills.

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits :

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule :

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Work setting :

In-person

Education :

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience :

EMR systems : 1 year (Preferred)

License / Certification :

Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)