Medical Assistant - FT - Internal Medicine

Medical Assistant – FT – Internal Medicine

Responsibilities

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Assists the physician in assessing the needs of patients based on information collected through history, observation, physical exam, telephone triage and analysis of diagnostic results:

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Performs direct patient care, i.e., triage, assessment, procedures, treatments, patient education, discharge, and follow-up instructions. Prepares patient to be seen by provider.

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Collects and documents pertinent information through communication with patients and family to include vital signs, history, and chief complaint.

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Performs chart prep and scans necessary documents in patient’s medical record as appropriate.

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Performs specialized tests such as electrocardiography, pulmonary function test, sleep studies, Holter monitors, and selected laboratory procedures as needed in the practice.

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Prepares and administers medications as ordered by the physician.

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Assists provider with treatments and procedures as needed.

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Schedules testing and referral appointments for patients per provider instructions.

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Consults with patient on telephone calls whether addressing the problem or referring the call to the physician.

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Performs follow-up calls to patients as necessary.

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Cleans and straightens examination rooms between patients according to OSHA standards.

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Keep all necessary instruments clean and in examination rooms.

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Sets up and maintains equipment and immediately notifies office management of any malfunction.

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Maintains medical supply inventory, checks expiration dates on medications and vaccines and disposes of outdated medications.

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Develops and maintains a working knowledge of all equipment needed to perform duties.

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Schedules and reschedules appointments as necessary.

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Proficient in assisting patients to sign up for MyChart and encouraging patients to use MyChart as main form of communication with McLeod Health.

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Possesses skills and abilities required in a multifaceted environment in addition to those relating to nursing

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• Promotes a climate conducive to learning through encouragement of co-worker’s formal and informal continuing education.
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• Actively participates in departmental quality improvement projects. Promotes the practice mission and philosophy.
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• Promotes the practice by projecting a positive image.
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• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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• Basic Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Requirements

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support
• Certified Medical Assistant