Overview
A professional multi-skilled person dedicated to assisting in all aspects of medical practice including administrative and clinical procedures under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician.
Job Duties
• Take patients vital signs. • Prepare patients for the providers care. • Assist with patient examinations or treatments. • Correctly document all entries in the medical record, either electronic or hard copy, to include signature, date and time. • Administer medication as directed by and under the direct supervision of licensed physician. • Observe and report patients signs or symptoms. • Collect routine laboratory specimens as directed by the provider. • Administer basic first aid. • Participates in performance improvement projects. • Participates as an active care team member in the coordination of patient care. • Provides a standard of excellence as it relates to customer service for patients, staff members, and other customers. • Additional duties as assigned - May travel to other clinics under additional duties
Qualifications
Experience Requirements
1 year Medical assistant preferred 2 years Clerical/customer service experience - ideally in a health care related industry preferred 1 year One year experience with third party payors and computer experience for in putting data and reviewing patient demographic material preferred
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required
Certification/Licensure
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required within 6 months • Basic Life Support (BLS) required at time of hire • Medical Terminology Certificate preferred at time of hire
Additional Details
A requirement of having completed an MA program that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, a national or state medical association, or an agency approved by the board.
UFJPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace