Medical Assistant III - Pediatric Center

Medical Assistant III

The Medical Assistant III performs administrative duties that might include answering phones, scheduling appointments, and data entry in medical records under the direct supervision of a supervisor or provider. Clinical duties will include measuring and recording vital signs, collecting demographics or medical information including review of medication list, preparing patients for examination, cleaning rooms and equipment, and stocking supplies. This position will involve the administration of medications.

Job Description

• Perform administrative duties such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and data entry in medical records.
• Measure and record vital signs.
• Collect demographics or medical information including review of medication list.
• Prepare patients for examination.
• Clean rooms and equipment and stock supplies.
• Administer medications.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Graduated from or completed a formal Medical Assistant training program that included pharmacology class, anatomy/physiology, the basics of medication administration, and completion of a clinical externship.
• Certification or Registration from a CoxHealth approved certification program: CMA/AAMA, RMA/AMT, CCMA/NHA, NRCMA/NAHP, NCMA/NCCT, RMA/AAMP.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in work that involved direct contact with people.
• Previous experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in an ambulatory clinic setting.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Carry out delegated tasks under the supervision of a provider.
• Proficient computer skills.