Medical Assistant

Medical Assistants work alongside physicians and perform services in accordance with the physician’s orders. Medical assistants are trained to perform administrative as well as clinical duties under the supervision of the center administrator and attending physician.

• Must have High school diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.
• Prior experience in a clinical setting.
• MS Office programs experience.
• If selected for this role, you will be required to complete and pass AHCA Level 2 background check.

• Must hold a Medical Assistant certification from an accredited organization.

ABILIITES/SKILLS

• Ability to work under general direction and independently
• Ability to respect and always maintain confidentiality
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Problem-solving and decision making
• Proactivity and self-direction
• Interpersonal skills

• None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Obtains and records patient medical history and personal data.
• Assesses patients on initial visit and each follow up visit.
• Takes and records vital signs, blood pressure, temperature and respiration on each visit.
• Prepares patients for examination.
• Assists physician with patient examinations.
• Explains physician instructions if needed.
• Provides service in accordance with reimbursement, ethical and legal guidelines.
• Informs the physician and other related personnel of changes in the patient’s needs and/or physical changes.
• Works closely with physicians to assure patient’s HEDIS measures are being met.
• Writes daily notes according to the Federal and State guidelines.
• Communicates with the physician regarding patient’s status, obtaining additional orders if necessary.
• Performs phlebotomist duties such as, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens.
• Ensures that all HIPAA/OSHA standards are in compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

FREQUENCY FACTOR TABLE

FUNCTION

FREQUENCY

Walking and standing

Less than 50%

Sitting

More than 50%

Physical Hand and Finger Dexterity (office equip. typewriter, computer)

More than 75%

Close vision the ability to adjust Focus (typewriter and/or computer)

More than 75%

Talking and Hearing

100%

Lifting less than 10 pounds

Frequently

Lifting 10-30 pounds

Seldom

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Described below are typical work environment characteristics encountered while performing the essential functions of the position:

• Moderate noise level.
• Clean, well-lit, comfortable climate.
• Fast-Paced environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.