Medical Assistant - Family Health Center of Mission

Medical Assistant

We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join the ASAS Health team! This position performs various duties and responsibilities in a manner that emphasizes quality of care and customer service. The incumbent must work collaboratively with all Clinical services staff to support direct patient services, exhibiting flexibility and a "can-do" attitude. Patient services are the key priority in this position, requiring the MA to serve as a point of contact with other internal and external departments, all to foster an environment that promotes patient comfort and trust. The position must exemplify the core values and mission of the organization, consistently exercising utmost discretion, diplomacy and tact in patient / staff interactions.

Responsibilities :

• Prepares for patient visits by reviewing and updating patient records prior to face-to-face encounters and / or Virtual Visits, otherwise known as Telehealth. This includes checking for updates of recent test results, lab results, and correspondence.
• Maintains exam rooms according to protocols : Cleans rooms between patient exams to ensure patients' comfort and compliance with infection control standards; ensures all necessary supplies are stocked.
• Appropriately prepares patients for a visit and always alerts the physician / mid-level provider when the patient is ready to be seen.
• Provides initial medical screening : Greets patients and directs them to the appropriate exam room. Takes weight, height, temperature, blood pressure, and basic medical history; accurately documents in medical chart according to generally accepted medical standards.
• Assists physician or mid-level providers upon request during the patient's examination according to generally accepted medical standards.
• Utilizes time constructively and efficiently by assisting in such duties as restocking rooms / shelves / trays, checking supplies, and ensuring that all areas and exam rooms are clean and orderly.

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