Medical Assistant

Overview

• Provide essential medical support under the direction of the Nurse Manager in a dynamic clinical setting.
• Assist medical providers with patient care and clinical activities, ensuring smooth operations.
• Prepare patient summary sheets and charts for daily clinic operations efficiently.
• Maintain and restock exam rooms, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for patient encounters.
• Perform phlebotomy and obtain vital signs as per provider preferences and document accurately.
• Support universal precaution protocols in all clinical activities to ensure safety.
• Float between clinics as needed, adapting to diverse clinical environments.
• Utilize electronic medical records (EMR) systems proficiently for documentation and patient management.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Organize and prepare patient charts and summary sheets for daily clinic operations.
• Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for patient encounters.
• Call patients from the lobby and escort them to exam rooms promptly.
• Obtain and document patient vital signs and chief complaints accurately.
• Assist medical providers with patient care tasks under supervision.
• Perform phlebotomy and other clinical procedures as required.
• Adhere to universal precautions and safety protocols in all clinical activities.
• Utilize EMR systems for patient documentation and record management effectively.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Medical Assistant certification mandatory.
• Minimum of 1 year healthcare experience preferred; entry-level candidates considered.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and computer literacy.
• Strong clinical skills and ability to adapt to various clinical environments.
• Bilingual candidates preferred; excellent communication skills required.
• Willingness to float between clinics and work rotating Saturdays.
• Ability to maintain universal precautions and ensure patient safety.
• Stable work history and professional demeanor highly valued.