Medical Assistant
- Taking patient medical histories and preparing medical data for provider visits.
- Preparing pertinent forms for physicians and/or Advanced Practice Providers.
- Maintaining office and patient care-related supplies.
- Performing and recording patient vital signs in the electronic medical record.
- Filing/scanning medical records and providing patient education.
- Assisting with initial patient triage and chronic care clinics.
- Preparing exam rooms and assisting in minor surgical and diagnostic procedures.
- Assisting providers during examinations by handing instruments and performing basic procedures.
- Answering phones and managing patient requests.
- Educating patients on basic health conditions and treatment plans.
- Scheduling patient appointments.
Education and Experience:
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Completion of a Medical Assistant training program from an accredited institution preferred.
Experience: 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
Certification: Current Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.
Certification preferred: CMA, RMA, NCMA, or CCMA.