Medical Assistant

JOB SUMMARY:  The Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical staff in providing care to their patients by performing administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the Physician and/or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION: * HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT REQUIRED. * BI-LINGUAL ENGLISH/SPANISH PREFERRED; MUST BE ABLE TO READ, WRITE AND SPEAK ENGLISH.  * 1-2 years of related experience in a medical setting preferred. * Knowledge of medical terminology. * Strong people skills.  * Excellent communication skills, including verbal with proper grammar.  * Data entry skills. * Attention to detail. * Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task effectively. * Must be able to comply with OSHA and HIPAA rules and regulations.  * Demonstrates skill in the use of personal computers, various programs, and applications required to competently execute job duties. Internet, document with Electronic Health Records and/or authorization system with minimal typing/spelling errors, send e-faxes and email. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES: * MEDICAL ASSISTANT CERTIFICATION PREFERRED * CPR Certification preferred ABILITIES/SKILLS: * Basic computer skills to be able to recognize and understand our EMR System. * Excellent communication and Customer Service skills. * Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task effectively. * Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. * Able to respect and maintain patient confidentiality at all times and comply with HIPAA Regulations.  * Must be dependable and conduct him/herself in a professional manner. * Demonstrates skill in the use of personal computers, various programs, and applications required to competently execute job duties. * Must be able to follow all safety and universal precautions. * Able to demonstrate proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. * Must be able to follow policies and procedures. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  N/A  ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:  * Prepares the patient’s charts prior to the office visit to ensure that all studies, procedures reports, labs, diagnostic imaging, etc. have been received and uploaded to the patient’s chart.  * Greets and escorts patients to the exam room.  * Interviews patients, measures vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature, and documents all the information in the patient’s chart including current medications and medical history. * Recognizes abnormal vital signs and reports these immediately to the physician.  * Follow up with Specialty Pharmacy regarding any pending prescriptions authorizations.  * Responsible for patient flow.  * Communicates with the care coordinator regarding any special check-out orders or instructions provided by the physician. * Assist patients with inquiries or concerns and ensure patients’ expectations are met.  * Follows up on patient callbacks before the end of the day.  * Completes tasks or actions assigned to him/her in a timely manner.  * Reports malfunction of medical equipment and safety issues to their supervisor.  * Responsible for informing their supervisor of any clinical supply needs.  * Complies with Infection Control and OSHA Regulations (biomedical waste, handling, and disposal) for the practice as per regulations.  * Complies with HIPAA laws. * Disinfects and cleans patient exam rooms and keeps work area clean at all times.  * Stores drug samples and removes any expired medications.  * Ability to answer phones, and schedule/reschedule appointments as needed.  * Assist patients and physicians in connecting remotely in order to facilitate Telehealth visits.  * Conducts all activities in a professional, polite, and courteous manner and abides by company policies and procedures.  * Perform any other duties as assigned by management.  We offer a competitive salary, Employee Health Insurance is covered at 100%. We also offer Dental, Vision, Life, and 401k Benefits.