What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at AO Multispecialty?
Description
Augusta Oncology is proud to be the leading oncology practice in the CSRA. We have a long-standing reputation of providing the most compassionate, highest-quality care for cancer & blood disorder patients within our community. If you are dedicated, ambitious, and a team player with a caring spirit, Augusta Oncology is an ideal place to make a difference for patients everyday. Make your next career move with us!
The Medical Assistant (MA) assists in receiving patients, takes vitals, draws blood (phlebotomist), handles lab telephone calls, and more. This role serves as a liaison between the patients, physicians/providers, and other staff members.
Requirements
*Candidates for this position are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19*
*Candidates for this position are required to have a high school diploma or GED equivalent.*
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Greet patients and escort them to the lab area
- Draw blood, check vitals and update patient’s chart in the Electronic Medical Record
- Perform clinical duties, including asepsis and infection control, first aid and CPR
- Perform bleeding times, phlebotomies, urinalysis, make peripheral smears
- Bag blood for outside labs
- Approve lab related charges for billing
- Keep draw station area stocked and clean, order lab supplies
- Perform quality assurance/calibration on CBC machine
- Bring CBC machines up in the AM and down in the PM
Experience and Education
- CMA or Phlebotomy certification required
- 1 year phlebotomy experience preferred
- Basic computer knowledge
- Medical terminology knowledge
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to perform venipunctures, phlebotomies and other procedures as indicated
- Ability to comply with OSHA and HIPAA policies
- Ability to effectively multi-task
- Exceptional customer service & patient-interaction skills
