What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant-Sherman Wellcare position at AHS - Sherman Medical Center?
JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision performs as a medical assistant.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
- BLS/CPR required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
- Must have prior experience with obtaining patient vitals, various waived lab testing, performing EKGs, injections, phlebotomy, updating and maintaining healthcare records, patient transport and wheelchair safety.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare exam and treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
Greet patients and escort them to the exam / treatment rooms.
Record patients' medical history, vital statistics and information such as test results in medical records.
Collect blood, tissue or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
Assist provider with exam or procedures as needed.
Communicate the patient's needs to the physician(s) or designated mid-level provider(s).
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets and physician(s)' or designated mid-level provider(s) instructions to patients.
Prepare and administer vaccines/injections as directed by a physician(s) or designated mid-level provider(s). Log into ECW and vaccine book.
Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies as directed by the physician(s) or designated mid-level provider(s).
Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
Maintain inventory of medical supplies and order as needed, as well as stock all exam rooms as needed.
Maintain prescription inventory which may include ordering all prescriptions within a timely manner.
Greet visitors, ascertain purpose of visit, and direct them to appropriate staff.
Answer telephones incoming calls in a timely manner. Retrieve and return voicemail within 24 hours.
Schedule diagnostic appointments, surgeries and medical consultations.
Receive and route messages and documents to appropriate staff as appropriate.
Complete prior authorizations and prescription forms as well as referrals to specialists. (Verify recipient received)
Maintaining the overall appearance of work area, exam rooms, sample and supply closets.
Maintain regular attendance.
