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.

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.