Medical Assistant

Roles and responsibilities

We are seeking to hire a Medical Assistant who will be responsible for assisting with administrative duties at our facility. As a successful candidate, you will be responsible for obtaining patient records and test results, coordinating daily administrative tasks, preparing treatment rooms for examinations, and assisting our practitioners during medical procedures.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be certified from a medical assistant program and have at least one to two years of prior experience in a medical setting. A basic understanding of patient care and medical terminology will be a huge advantage for you.

Responsibilities

• Obtaining and recording patient medical histories, vitals, test results and other information for medical records while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Coordinating the daily administrative activities, including scheduling, patient check-in and check-out, and patient medical record maintenance.
• Preparing treatment rooms for clinical examinations and assisting practitioners with medical procedures and other patient care.
• Delivering compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families.
• Ensuring compliance with all healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
• Preparing and administering medications for patients as directed by physicians.
  

Requirements

• Must have certification from a medical assistant program or military medical corpsman program.
• One to two years of experience in a medical setting.
• Have a high school diploma, bachelor degree, or equivalent.
• A basic understanding of patient care, medical terminology, coding procedures, reference tools, and appropriate clinical pharmacology for medical assistant practice scope.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Familiarity with electronic medical healthcare record systems.

Desired candidate profile

A Medical Assistant (MA) plays a vital role in healthcare settings, supporting physicians and healthcare teams. They handle both administrative and clinical tasks, which may include:

Administrative Duties:

• Scheduling appointments
• Managing patient records
• Billing and coding for insurance
• Answering phones and greeting patients

Clinical Duties:

• Taking patient histories and vital signs
• Assisting with examinations and procedures
• Administering medications and injections
• Performing basic lab tests

Skills Required:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to multitask and stay organized

Education:

Most MAs have a high school diploma or equivalent, often supplemented by a postsecondary certificate or associate degree. Certification (like the CMA or RMA) can enhance job prospects.