Description

Medical Assistants provide physician support services that ensure that healthcare facilities run smoothly. They are responsible for administrative as well as clinical tasks. 

Requirements

* Outreach to encourage the improved healthcare manage of the person served.

* Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources Optimize resources and opportunities through community linkages and enhance social supports.

* Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs, history and medication listing. 

* Completes all necessary documentation in the patient's medical record in accordance with practices charting policy.

* Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams and medical procedures.

* Administers prescribed oral medications and gives intramuscular and subcutaneous and intradermal injections.

* Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education, Experience & Skills required;

* High school diploma/GED required.

* Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program;

* CPR/BLS certification is required;

* One year experience working in a physician office;

* Knowledge of substance abuse or related field;

* Good verbal and written communication skills;

* Ability to work effectively on a team.