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Medical AssistantPhysician Partners of America • Melbourne, FL, United States
Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Physician Partners of America • Melbourne, FL, United States
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
JOB SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant greets patients upon entry, performs check in and check out functions, escorts patients to exam room and preps patients to see medical provider (collects vital signs, patient social history, and medication history).

JOB DESCRIPTION
  • Under the supervision of a Physician, Mid-Level Provider, and Practice Manager and/or Lead Medical Assistant:
  • Handles front desk duties; checking patient in and out, verifying insurance for walk-in patients, answering calls
  • Maintains patients' accounts and records, word processing, and scheduling of patients
  • Takes patient histories and vital signs
  • Prepares patients for examination and/or procedures
  • Assists the physician and mid-level provider with examinations and treatments
  • Performs selected diagnostic tests as directed by the physician
  • Assists physicians and mid-levels during examinations
  • Collects and prepare laboratory specimens, e.g., urine drug screen samples
  • Performs basic laboratory tests such as AccuCheck (blood sugar)
  • Sterilizes medical instruments as appropriate
  • Prepares and administers medications as directed by a physician (IM injections)
  • Draws blood
  • Removes sutures
  • Enters data into patient's electronic record; scans and indexes documents accurately to patient's electronic medical records
  • Arranges for hospital admissions and laboratory services
  • Performs all job duties assigned by any provider and leadership within the scope of a Medical Assistant
JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • High school diploma or GED certificate
  • Strong ethical and moral character references
  • BLS certification
  • Medical Assistant experience (1+ year preferred)
  • Minimum of one year pain management experience preferred
  • Travel to and from clinics within the region and within reasonable distance as business needs support the request
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred.
  • Ability to communicate in a professional manner-- able to counsel/teach customers, train co-workers, and positively contribute to marketing/public relations. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from patients, regulatory agencies, or members of the medical and business community.
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and EHR management


HOURS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Our medical clinics are located in Florida, Texas and California. The job will be Monday through Friday. Work hours will typically be 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (may be subject to change with clinic case load).

Hazards: Occasional contact with communicable diseases, electrical equipment, blood borne pathogens, etc.

Personal protective equipment: Provided if necessary (gowns, gloves, masks, head cover)

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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