Medical Assistant

Under the direction of a Physician, NP, Manager or Director, and Clinical lead, the Medical Assistant performs a variety of patient care and technical duties to support the work of the clinicians and to facilitate the delivery of care and education to patients.  The Medical Assistant works closely with the professional staff to provide care and diagnostic testing for adult patients.  Electronic Medical Records and physician office experience preferred.  

Principal Duties and Essential Functions: 

1. Escorts patients to exam rooms and provides direct patient care.
2. Prepares patient exam rooms to ensure they are ready for patients and doctors. Keeps the exam rooms stocked with supplies needed to perform patient assessments. Responsible for keeping exam rooms clean.
3. Performs diagnostic testing which may include but is not limited to, urine collection, phlebotomy, EKG, PFT, etc., as ordered.
4. Obtains prior authorizations for same-day imaging and medication as required by payors.
5. Records vital signs and assists physicians with patient exams. Enters all data into electronic health records.
6. Complies with all PQRS, Meaningful Use, and other  Quality requirements (required vitals, e-prescribing, etc).
7. Reports all pertinent observations to the Physician, Clinicians, Office Manager, Director, or other health team member.
8. Coordinates consultations as necessary.
9. Under the direction of a physician or physician assistant provides the patient with patient education.
10. Functions as a liaison between the patient and their family and the health care team.
11. Performs other related duties as required. Supports practice operations
12. BLS is required