What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at North Alabama Bone & Joint Clinic?
Duties/Responsibilities*:
Escort patients to exam rooms, takes detailed history of present illness (HPI), and confirms the reason for the visit
Prepare patients for examination and be present during examination/treatment to assist the physician in treatment procedures
Assist physician in performing procedures
Update electronic medical record with relevant and current information about their health condition and changes and progress in patients’ health
Schedule patient follow up appointments
Cleans and stocks exam rooms
Responsible for performing tasks that are within the scope of his/her educational preparation, knowledge, and permitted local, state, and federal guidelines; and the policies of the facility requesting the services.
Perform associated clerical tasks including scheduling, filing, returning phone calls, etc.
Maintain a safe clinical environment in accordance with all OSHA guidelines
Required Skills/Abilities:
Maintain a professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.
Thorough knowledge of Orthopedic terminology and anatomy
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Detail oriented with above average organizational skills
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Medical assistant certification required, Nursing degree or Allied Health Professional preferred
Physical Requirements:
Requires frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting.
Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds or greater
Requires exposure to communicable diseases and/or bodily fluids which is minimized by the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
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