Medical Assistant

Plan and provide professional nursing care for patients at Adult Pediatric Urology & Urogynecology clinics in accordance with physicians’ orders and established policies / procedures. The Primary MA ensures timely patient flow by escorting patients to exam rooms, preparing clinic rooms / patients for the physician and maintains well stocked rooms. Responsible for reporting the medical, lab and office supplies / equipment needs to the appropriate team member. The Primary MA must be able to communicate effectively with the patient, caregivers and members of the health care team.

• ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES :

1) Collects subjective and objective data in person or by telephone. Communicates data to the NP, PA or MD in a timely fashion and carries out orders efficiently and timely. Documents any conversations or changes in the patients’ conditions, medication or prescriptions received, and plan of care in concise and logical manner. May need to assist in Call-Center duties, to include, scheduling, or re-scheduling of appointments, and answering of phones as needed. May also be required to cover triage duties as needed.

2) Provides verbal and written education to the patient regarding their condition and document such teaching in the electronic medical record. Will review and prepare electronic medical records during pre-clinic time to organize results and patient education for clinic appointments. Responsible for mailing or reviewing patient information and documenting accordingly. Must complete or delegate to the Secondary Nurse / MA to ensure all of this is done in a timely fashion.

3) Consistently acts as a customer service representative for the clinic. Therefore, will seek out appropriate guidance and direction in the performance of responsibilities and duties. Demonstrates good judgment, and reasoning skills. Respectful rapport with other nursing staff, medical staff and other departments and visitors required.

4) Ensures assistance and encourages patient compliance of future or current MD orders. Will collaborate with physicians regarding test results. Communicates relevant information between doctor and patient regarding diagnosis, and diagnostic test results. Works directly with the physician to provide optimal patient outcomes.

5) Performs clinical actions consistent with established ADPU policies / procedures, maintains acceptable standard of patient care in accordance to State and Federal regulations. Will complete clinical duties as outlined by the State’s scope of practice laws. Medical duties may include, but are not limited to, those listed on the nursing competency paperwork of which will be completed during the orientation phase of the position and is required within the first six months of employment.

6) Must work as a team member and perform actions consistent with established Adult & Pediatric Urology & Urogynecology policies and procedures including standards for safety, attendance, punctuality and personal appearance. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time

Pay : $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits :

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
Medical Specialty :
• Urology
Schedule :
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education :

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience :

• EMR systems : 1 year (Preferred)
• Medical office : 1 year (Preferred)

License / Certification :

• BLS Certification (Required)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
• Certified Medication Aide (Required)
• Medical Assistant Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location : In person

Salary : $20 - $23