What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant-Physician Clinic-FT position at Merit Health River Region?
Under the direction of a licensed medical provider, the Medical Assistant assists in the examination and treatment of patients. Performs patient interviews, prepares patients for provider's care, measures vital signs, observes and reports patient's signs and symptoms and records information on patient charts. Prepares treatment rooms for patient examination and provides basic first aid; may perform basic laboratory procedures and/or collect routine laboratory specimens within the scope of practice. Assists with patient ambulation and use of assistive devices.
Graduate of a Medical Assisting program. One (1) year of hospital or clinic experience in a medical assisting function is preferred. Must maintain certification or registration as a Medical Assistant; Mississippi State Certification is required. BLS certification is required.
