CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Medical Assistant

Job Description:

• Assists in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician and/or nursing staff.
• Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records or inputs information to patients' medical records.
• Prepares treatment rooms for the examination of patients.
• May draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• May perform administrative duties such as ordering supplies, answering the phone, and scheduling appointments.

Essential Functions:

• Obtains appropriate patient medical history necessary to perform diagnostic procedures as ordered.
• Performs proper patient/specimen identification and labeling according to policy.
• Documents patient care and data collection appropriately in patient records.
• Assists physician/provider with patient exams, including patient positioning and collection of specimens.
• Performs invasive procedures under direct supervision.
• Obtains blood specimens in a timely manner while adhering to universal precautions.
• Retrieves test results and clinical documents.
• Ensures quality and safety compliance of lab equipment.
• Verifies accurate handling of all lab samples.
• Maintains professional standards and a safe and clean environment.
• Practices fiscal responsibility and accountability.

Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma/GED required.
• Certification: Medical Assistant Certification (CMA).
• Experience: One year of Medical Assistant experience preferred. Phlebotomy experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Maintain continuing education requirements and all certifications and licenses as required.
• Knowledge of basic patient care procedures.
• Efficient time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to communicate and positively interact with patients, families, physicians, and staff.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks under stressful conditions.
• Math aptitude and computer knowledge for electronic record entry.