What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant position at E.N.T. Specialty Partners?
Job Details
Description
Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- ENT Back Office/Medical Assistant duties include but not limited to:
- Patient vitals and intake health history and reason for visit
- Assisting the doctor(s) with charting patient exam, assessment and plan
- Ordering necessary tests, imaging etc
- Managing follow-up care
- Communicating with patients regarding their test results, prescriptions or other recommendations
- Prepping and assisting in office procedures
- Cleaning and sterilization of instruments
- Inventory and stocking of medical supplies
- Scanning, assigning and progress noting incoming documents and health records
- Exam room setup and routine cleaning
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED), REQUIRED medical assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a community college course in medical assisting
Experience:
- Non CMA must have at least 10 years of ENT experience
- Medical terminology: year
- Computer skills: 1 year
Other Requirements: Current documentation of a national certification. Current CPR certification preferred. Current health records with the appropriate immunizations to work in the health care field (hepatitis B and tuberculosis).
Performance Requirements:
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures.
- Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to particular medical practice.
- Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families.
Skills:
- Skill in performing medical assistance tasks appropriately.
- Skill in tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
- Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.
Abilities:
- Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.
- Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks.
- Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.
Equipment Operated: Standard medical exam/office equipment, which may include computerized health information management system for medical records, etc.
Mental/Physical Requirements: Must be able to use appropriate body mechanics techniques when making necessary patient transfers and helping patients with walking, dressing, etc. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds of supplies. Occasional stress from dealing with many staff and patients.
