What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Mobile Diagnostic Center- Lipidology position at University of South Alabama Health System?
Overview
USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.
USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.
Responsibilities
Prepares examination rooms for patients; positions and prepares patients for examination by the physician; takes patient histories and checks pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height; positions instruments and equipment and hands instruments and materials to the physician as directed; operates EKG or other medical equipment; gives injections, draws blood samples, or renders prescribed treatments as directed; performs routine laboratory tests and procedures; sterilizes and cleans instruments; inventories and orders supplies; serves as receptionist, receives and directs calls, and schedules appointments; collects payments and prepares receipts; maintains medical records and other files; performs secretarial functions such as typing reports and correspondence, transcribing dictation, completing insurance forms, and maintaining financial records; regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required; performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and completion of a Medical Assistant or related healthcare training program preferred.
