Medical Assistant

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant

Job Description :

We are looking for an enthusiastic MA to join our growing practice. This individual will assist in the delivery of health care and patient care management of Central States Pain Clinic patients.

Pay : $21 - $23.00 per hour

Schedule : Mon- Fri : 8am - 5pm

Essential Functions :

• Facilitate patient intake process through introduction
• Prepare patient for examination by Provider
• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, respirations, height, weight, drug allergies, current medications, and presenting problem.
• Obtains medical information from patient and documents in medical record.
• Document patient plan(s) of care, tests, and examination results in the medical record as directed by the Provider.
• Collect Urine Samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Provide patient / family education.
• Respond to patient questions / phone calls in a timely manner.
• Prepares prescriptions utilizing electronic health record.
• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
• Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up to ensure completion.
• Obtain prior authorizations for medications.
• Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by Provider.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
• Performs other related work as required.
• Attend required meetings and participates on committees as requested.
• Assists in office projects, which will include Process Improvement.
• Maintains certification / registration.
• Follow protocols for assigned tasks.
• Prepare patients for procedure performed by Provider.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

Knowledge

Skills / Abilities

This list is not meant to be all-inclusive of the tasks and responsibilities of this position. Central States Pain Clinic reserves the right to update job responsibilities as it sees fit.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $21 - $23.00 per hour

Schedule :

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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Salary : $21 - $23