Medical Assistant

Overview

• Provide medical and administrative support under the direction of the Nurse Manager in a dynamic clinical environment.
• Assist medical providers with patient care, including obtaining vital signs and documenting in electronic medical records.
• Prepare patient summary sheets and charts to ensure smooth daily clinic operations.
• Maintain exam rooms by restocking supplies, cleaning, and ensuring readiness for patient encounters.
• Perform phlebotomy and other clinical tasks as needed, adhering to universal precautions.
• Support late clinic schedules and Saturday clinics as required, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Utilize strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Organize and prepare patient charts and summary sheets for daily clinic operations.
• Escort patients from the lobby to exam rooms, ensuring a welcoming environment.
• Obtain and document patient vital signs and chief complaints accurately in electronic records.
• Assist medical providers with patient care tasks, including phlebotomy and clinical procedures.
• Maintain exam rooms by cleaning, restocking, and ensuring readiness for patient encounters.
• Adhere to universal precautions and maintain a safe clinical environment.
• Support evolving clinic schedules, including late and Saturday clinics, with flexibility.
• Collaborate with the Nurse Manager and clinical team to enhance patient care quality.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; Medical Assistant certification mandatory.
• Minimum of 1 year of healthcare experience preferred; bilingual skills advantageous.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records systems, specifically Eclinical Works.
• Strong clinical skills with adaptability to various medical procedures and environments.
• Excellent communication skills, ensuring clear and effective patient interactions.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including late clinics and Saturdays.
• Commitment to maintaining universal precautions and a safe clinical environment.
• Stable work history demonstrating reliability and professionalism.