What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant III - MA 24-17041 position at NavitsPartners?
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Medical Assistant III
Location : St. Louis, MO 63129
Duration : 3 Months (Extendable)
Shift : Monday – Friday, 8 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM
Position Summary : The Medical Assistant III plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of a clinical office. This position involves preparing and maintaining exam rooms, managing patient flow, and assisting with clinical tasks such as obtaining vital signs, performing EKGs, phlebotomy, and verifying medications.
Responsibilities :
- Prepare exam rooms, charts, and reports to ensure readiness for office hours.
- Assist with examinations, procedures, and lab tests.
- Administer medications under the supervision of physicians or nurse practitioners, including vaccines, IM, and subcutaneous injections.
- Direct patient flow and assist with special procedures and treatments.
- Route phone messages and patient queries to appropriate personnel.
- Provide care coordination tasks such as scheduling tests, procedures, surgeries, and follow-up appointments.
- Communicate test results and address patient / family questions about treatments, diagnoses, and procedures.
- Monitor supply inventory and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Clean and stock exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain HIPAA and OSHA compliance.
- Participate in quality improvement activities and ongoing education to maintain skills and competencies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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