Description:
JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for providing a variety of patient care activities under the supervision of a physician, physician extender, or registered nurse in accordance with established guidelines and standards. Duty assignments vary and include, but are not limited to front office and back office functions.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School diploma or GED required.
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program or completion of a Nursing Assistant program is required. In lieu of formal education program, two (2) years of medical assistant or related clinical experience is required.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
One (1) year of experience in a medical office setting is required with completion of a Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant program. In lieu of formal education program, two (2) years of medical assistant or related clinical experience is required.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
None
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
BLS required. Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or a similarly recognized certifying organization required.