Medical Assistant (Ma) General Surgery Edgewood

Job Title: Medical Assistant I

Non-Exempt

Job Code: 150000

Primary Purpose

The Medical Assistant provides clinical support to the physician and Advance Practice Provider. The Medical Assistant provides instructions to patients as directed by the providers. The Medical Assistant is also responsible for compliance with all OSHA/CLIA and HIPAA regulations and ensuring completion of all duties vital to business operations. The Medical Assistant is a highly visible position that is always responsible for creating a positive impression with patients, family members, and other visitors to the office.

Education

Minimum: H.S. Diploma/GED

Years Of Experience

Must have one of the following

• Degree in Health or Biological Sciences inclusive of hands-on clinical patient care activities
• Completion of EMT Certification Program
• Completion of SEP MA Internship
• Completion of an MA Externship
• One year of experience as an MA or CNA or other allied health experience

Required Skills And Knowledge

• Experience in planning and coordinating multi-disciplinary communications strategies, strategic initiatives, and events.
• Performs duties willingly and with initiative. Shares necessary information so co-workers can do the same.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team-based decision-making culture.
• Ability to learn other computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently resulting in effective outcomes and on-time performance.
• Must utilize resources wisely.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks, knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Must have good organizational skills and work professionally with doctors, hospital administration and management, SEP employees and the public.
• Cooperates with other departments and work groups.
• Must work carefully and precisely with attention to detail.
• Must respond and follow through to requests from customers promptly.

Licenses And Certifications

Preferred: An approved credential, such as the CCMA, CMA, RMA, ARMA or EMT

Clinical Duties

Requirements vary by practice and could include any or all of the following

• Administering injections and immunizations
• Answer and triage patient phone calls and questions
• Obtaining vital signs (manual blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature)
• Assisting providers with exams and procedures
• Collecting patient samples (fingerstick, throat/nose swabs, urine)
• Performing EKG and other essential laboratory procedures