Certified Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Assists with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a healthcare provider (Physician or Advanced Practice Provider).

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists with treatments ordered by the provider under the supervision of the provider or Registered Nurse.
• Performs selected clinical duties.
• Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information in patient charts.
• Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations.
• Performs basic clerical duties, including answering phone calls, maintaining records, and filing.
• Performs basic materials management functions, including ordering and stocking supplies.
• Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
• May document provider encounters with patients, including appropriate diagnoses, symptoms, follow-up instructions, and prescriptions as directed by the provider.
• Transcribes patient orders, including laboratory tests, radiology tests, and medications.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• BLS Provider Certification – American Heart Association (AHA).
• Medical Assistant Certification – Any issuing authority accepted.

Required Skills:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work effectively in a stressful environment.

Personal Protective Equipment :

• Follows Standard Precautions and uses personal protective equipment as required.