What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant (FT) - Maryland Heights position at Zip Clinic Urgent Care?
JOB DESCRIPTION:
As a Medical Assistant you are a critical member of the clinic team! You will engage directly with our patients and work to an exceptional patient experience by performing a wide variety of clinical and administrative tasks to support patient care delivery. You will be provided with the opportunity to cross-train in other areas of the clinic and will be able to use your problem-solving skills to overcome challenges in a fast-paced environment. Your duties will be delegated and supervised by the Provider (Physician/Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Communicating with patients, front desk and clinical staff, and providers.
- Recording patient history and personal information.
- Measuring vital signs.
- Assisting providers with patient examinations.
- Preparing blood samples for laboratory tests.
- Entering patient information into the software system.
- Providing back up coverage for the front desk as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma or GED.
- A minimum of 6 months experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred.
- Experience with electronic medical records preferred.
- Required to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
PLEASE, NO CALLS OR VISITS TO THE CLINICS, AS THEY WILL NOT BE AWARE OF THE RECRUITMENT STATUS.