JOB TITLE: MEDICAL ASSISTANT
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIREMENTS:
1. High school diploma or GED certification
2. Good communication skills
3. Good computer skills
4. Strong ethical and moral character references
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
I. Duties
A. Prepare and organize the exam room for the treatment of patients
B. Notifies appropriate clinical staff that patient is present
C. Obtains medical history, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records in patientβs chart
D. Evaluates schedules and reminds patients of appointments and to bring a list of all medications
E. Ensures that equipment representatives and/or vendors have appropriate badges and do not interfere with patient care or confidentiality
F. Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the practice.
G. Utilizes electronic health records
H. Performs other duties as needed
II. Job Quality Requirements
A. Accuracy
B. Attention to detail
C. Timeliness
D. Organization
E. Little supervision needed to accomplish tasks
III. Dependability
A. Attendance
B. Punctuality
C. Ability to follow instructions
D. Ability to meet deadlines
IV. Communication
A. Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and
co-workers
B. Interacts with others in a positive, respectful, and considerate manner
C. Conducts self as a positive role model and team member
D. Respects patientsβ rights to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality
V. Regulatory & Safety Compliance
Abides by Accrediting Agency, CMS, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations