Certified Medical Assistant

Job Description

Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant primarily provides clinical and administrative support to our OB/GYN physicians and other clinical staff. This position requires strong communication and organizational skills and being able to be empathetic towards patients while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for verifying patient information by interviewing patients, recording medical history, and confirming the purpose of the visit.
• Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary.
• Responsible for collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, giving patients injections, and drawing blood.
• Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding electronic and paper medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential.
• Informs patients by transmitting physician orders and questions about surgery.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.
• Assist with sterilizing equipment / maintain proper working knowledge of the Autoclave.

Primary Duties

• Prepare exam rooms for patients including stocking with proper supplies and cleaning after each patient visit.
• Manage the flow of patients to optimize the physician’s schedule.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in the EHR system.
• Assist providers with in-office exams and procedures while ensuring patient comfort.
• Educate patients on reproductive health, prenatal care, contraception, and other health related concerns.
• Respond to (patients/vendors/employees)
• Maintain efficient supplies on hand and place appropriate orders to maintain supplies.
• Sterilize equipment and exam rooms after each patient visit.
• Coordinate and collaborate with team members.