Certified Medical Assistant
Job description
Summary/Objective: Assist physician(s) with patient examination and treatment. Responsible for patient histories, routine lab procedures, collection, and preparation of specimens for transport to lab. Handle appropriate patient phone calls.
- Take patient histories, chief complaint, and update medication/allergy sheet in Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
- Assist the physician with documentation of the patient visit in the EMR. Proficiency in typing, sporadic 10-key.
- Assist physician in-office surgical procedures.
- Record/maintain laboratory data in patient charts. Notify patients with lab results when appropriate.
- Perform sterile dressing applications, suture removal, wound care, blood pressure, other appropriate procedures. Give certain medications, injections under physician supervision.
- Instruct patients regarding preparation for tests. Create lab forms in the EMR. Schedule appointments with other specialists.
- Promptly call back patient messages and prescription refills daily.
- Collect specimens and perform certain in-house lab tests.
- Monitor the quality of surgical and diagnostic equipment.
- Maintain general appearance and cleanliness of exam rooms.
- Prepare patients for examination.
- Prepare/replenish supplies. Maintain inventory and reports to office supervisor concerning needed supplies.
- Receive and organize the handling of medication samples.
- Dispose of contaminated, disposable items in appropriate biohazard containers.
- Complies with office policies pertaining to OSHA, CLIA and HIPAA Federal standards.
- Perform other tasks as requested by coordinator, practice manager or physician.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Dermatology
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- Office
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical office: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
Work Location: One location
