Medical Assistant

**Job Summary** The Medical Assistant, under medical supervision, assists physicians in the delivery of healthcare services. **Job Responsibilit** ies * Identify patients’ chief complaints and record observations in patient’s permanent medical record. Communicate to physician abnormal lab results * Assist patients in completing medical history forms and prepare patients for examinations & treatment by physician. Document all phone calls with patients. Return completed patient file to designated area * Perform height, weight, vital sign, and vision tests, recording them in the medical record * Conduct tests and procedures as directed, such as EKGs, non-stress tests, spirometer, venipunctures, skin punctures, strep screen, glucometer, and urine tests. * Assist health service providers with treatments and examinations of patients such as injections, wound care, pelvic exams, minor surgery, and IUD insertions; assist in the identification of psychosocial needs and consult with the health service provider. * Clean and sterilize equipment, stock patient rooms and labs with appropriate supplies. Maintain medical supply inventory. * Transcribe doctors’ orders and prepare appropriate requisitions, forms, and calls to pharmacy. Daily follow up of pharmacy messages. * Notify patient of any change ordered by the physician. * Ensure Physician signs charts, labs, prescriptions, diagnostics daily. * Maintain patient flow after check-in. Prioritize walk-in versus appointment based on conversation with patient. * Perform triage on patient as soon as chart is ready. * May assist more than one physician at a time. * Comply with office policy and procedure, OSHA Standards and HIPAA Privacy Regulations as stated in HIPAA Policy and Procedure Manual. **Job Qualifications** * Medical Assistant Certificate issued by an accredited institution OR * One (1) year of experience working in a health care setting that includes direct patient contact OR * A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and provides the required knowledge and abilities. * Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required * Basic medical terminology, basic arithmetic, safe vein puncture techniques, and safe work practices in a clinic setting **Benefits** * Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Vision, Dental, and Life insurances + FSA and Life Assistance Program (EAP) + 401(k) Retirement Plan + Health Advocacy, Travel Assistance, and My Secure Advantage * PTO Accrual and Holidays #ZIP #INDNP