Medical Assistant

Immediate opening for Certified Medical Assistant that possess excellent skills including the ability to communicate effectively with patients and families, physicians, and other health care providers. Qualified candidates should be self-motivated and highly organized. **Spanish speaking a definite plus. Pediatric experience a plus but not required.

Will perform a wide variety of job duties during their shift:

Service, Teamwork, Excellence, Professionalism

· Maintains the confidentiality of all patients, employees and matters of business.

· Employee is always accessible to patients and employees and facilitates questions and problem solving. Consistently resolves issues with expertise.

· Treats patients, staff, and visitors with consideration and concern by responding to needs appropriately.

· Observes and enforces all fire, safety, compliance and related rules and regulations. Takes any steps necessary to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

· Supports management and acts in a respectful manner.

· Performs additional related duties as assigned or as indicated by responsibilities.

Interpersonal Skills and Cooperative Efforts

· Works as a team member, refraining from negative comments and behavior.

· Works cooperatively with all team members, offering assistance as needed.

· Receptive to constructive criticism.

· Maintains an organized work area in compliance with departmental directives.

· Refrains from inappropriate comments and conversations that may be overheard by staff members or patients.

Communication Skills

· Communicates clearly and cooperatively with all staff members and patients.

· Reports on all compliance issues.

· Meets with office manager regarding problem issues as appropriate.

· Shares professional knowledge and expertise with co-workers.

· Exhibits a courteous and patient attitude, refraining from being argumentative or abrupt.

· Participates in meetings and training sessions.

Flexibility, Dependability, Responsibility

· Arrives and leaves work on time, accurately recording time.

· Adheres to break time policy as defined by office manager.

· Sick and other absences are minimal.

· Demonstrates efficient use of time and materials; uses downtime productively.

· Demonstrates ability to adapt to change in the workplace.

· Follows directives from any managers.

· Adheres to dress code.

· Keeps abreast of changes relating to job responsibilities.

Complies with State and Federal Safety Regulations

· Follows OSHA regulations and Universal Precautions.

· Follows all HIPPA regulations

· Assures that prescription pads are secure.

Assists in Overall Office Maintenance