What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Marimon Pediatrics?
Position Description and Requirements
Position/Title: Nurse/Medical Assistant
Employee Name: ___________________________________________________
Reports to: Clinical Manager/Office Manager/Administrator
Job Status: Full-time eligible for paid time off (PTO), 401k and medical benefits/Part-time is ineligible for any benefits
Job Description: The Clinical Nursing Assistant position is responsible for patients’ initial triage, assisting the physician and clinical manager. A kind, cordial, and helpful attitude is always expected. Knowledge of clinical compliance, HIPPA compliance, efficiency and attention to detail is required. Confidentiality is an essential part of this duty.
Essential Responsibilities/Job Summary
- Initial clinical intake and rooming of patient and family
- Triage of patient o Obtain chief complaint o Obtain vital signs
- Document of above in electronic medical record
- Execute physician orders o Laboratory testing
- Obtaining appropriate specimens (including phlebotomy)
- Ensuring specimens are handled accordingly (appropriate labeling, temperature handling, submission to laboratory companies and/or courier)
- Appropriate and complete documentation on laboratory requisition forms o Administer medications and/or vaccinations according to universally accepted practices
- Documenting administrations in the electronic medical record
- Responsible for maintaining and submitting order of additional clinical supplies needed to the clinical manager
- Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and readiness
- Review telephone encounters prior to the physician’s final review
- Review patient lab reports with the physician and follow up with patients
- Answer phone calls with a kind and respectful attitude
- Ensure all the patient's questions and needs are met prior to leaving the office
- Duties as assigned
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Previous medical office experience, one year minimum required
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
1 | P a g e M a r i P e d s , L L C 12 / 19 / 22
Position Description and Requirements
- Computer knowledgeable, such as typing, scanning, Microsoft office programs
- Experience with EMR
- Interpersonal Skills: Relates well to all kinds of people, uses diplomacy and tact. Maintains a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that enables rapport with patients, co-workers and supervisors
- Results Oriented: Will meet goals successfully. Is organized at the highest standards for work output.
Adheres to schedule and will be consistently on time.
- Detail oriented and organized
- Courteous, Optimistic and customer service driven
- HIPPA compliance
Physical factors: Stationary position for 25% of scheduled hours. May be required to lift supplies up to 20 lbs.
Working Conditions: Requi red to work at least eight (8) hours per shift. Working after hours may be required according to business needs.
2 | P a g e M a r i P e d s , L L C 12 / 19 / 22
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Pediatrics
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20