Medical Assistant

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides assistance with a variety of procedures of a routine nature requiring limited skills. Monitors and responds to patient needs and concerns as directed by the patient's physician. May provide limited nursing observations and assessments to assist physician in health care activities.

POSITION:

Statements included in this description are intended to reflect, in general, the duties and responsibilities of this classification and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to: Practice Administrator

Receives Procedural Guidance From: Physician and/or Nurse

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (This list may not include all the duties assigned.)

• Assists physicians by placing patients in exam rooms, recording pertinent pre-physician exam data, and preparing patients for physician encounter. Assists physician as directed during examination. Provides comfort and support to patients as needed.
• Follows though with physician’s orders regarding laboratory tests and other procedures; instructs patients and prepares paperwork; receives procedure results and forwards it to physician.
• Receives phone calls and notes caller's needs. Responds to caller's concerns as directed. Initiates phone calls as directed to call in prescriptions, to advise patient of physician instructions, to schedule patient for additional procedures, and so forth.
• Assures patient charts are ready when needed. Documents all pertinent patient information, instructions given. Assures strict confidence of all patient information at all times.
• Initiates referrals to other appropriate areas, i.e. Home Care.
• Properly labels and fills out appropriate slips for any specimens obtained.
• Adheres to standards and procedures regarding clean and sterile technique when performing or assisting with procedures and/or when cleaning instruments and equipment.
• Prepares daily work areas. Performs routine exam room cleanup after each patient, keeping work and exam areas clean at all times.
• Ensures that appropriate medications, supplies, and equipment are available, replacing all outdated supplies and assuring that equipment is in working order.
• Ensures cleanliness and safety in compliance with policies and guidelines of OSHA.
• Remains cognizant of cost and the need to provide quality care while minimizing waste.
• Screens and refers pharmaceutical representatives.
• Utilizes positive problem solving approach to resolve conflict.
• Is aware of other staff members' needs and offers support and assistance when possible.
• Willingness to cover for other areas as required and requested.
• Performs other related work as requested.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

CMA, RMA, or EMT Licensure; at least 1 year of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to include organizing and prioritizing workflow.
• Ability to follow nursing methodology and protocol.
• Knowledge of nursing operations and/or procedures.
• Knowledge of accreditation and certification requirements and standards.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Knowledge of chemical, hazardous waste, industrial hygiene, and/or environmental health standards.
• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of equipment.
• Ability to identify problems.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Successful candidate must submit copies of current licensure and professional references.
• May be required to submit to annual TB and rubella screening.
• Diabetes & Endocrine Associates will provide Hepatitis vaccination; candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Light physical effort. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking. Effort applies to no more than two (2) hours per day.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement

Application Question(s):

• Do you have phlebotomy experience/and or certification?
• Are you able to work as early as 6:40 a.m.?
• Do you have experience with Athena EMR?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Medical Assistant: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Vero Beach, FL 32960 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Vero Beach, FL 32960: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person