Medical Assistant

Company: Careerbuilder-US
Location: Saint Petersburg
Posted on: June 17, 2022

Job Description:

Medical Assistant works closely with other Health Care Professionals to provide quality health care to the patient. The Medical Assistant is educated and trained to perform both administrative and clinical skills in the medical care environment.Job Requirements:Duties and Responsibilities Review daily schedule and prepare clinic area as needed Prepare exam rooms: select, setup, and maintain medical supplies and equipment for all examinations and procedures. Receives and greets patients Coordinate patient care through the clinic-waiting room, exam room, x-ray, procedure room and check - - out. Perform History of Present illness of patient Maintain EMR records, updates and reviews as necessary. Assist Physician with EMR requirements Place standing orders Measure vital signs (i.e. Ht, Wt, B/P, Pulse and respiration) as standing orders require. Simple Wound Care Removal of sutures or staples Casting/splinting as required Prepares procedure equipment accordingly. Orders Physical/Occupational Therapy, Diagnostic Tests, Medications and follow-up appointments. Clean and sterilize materials and instruments following universal precautions. Maintain Universal Precautions and Biomedical Waste Protocol. Participate in Staff meetings as requested. Monitor inventory of all medical supplies. Ability to maintain HIPAA Compliance Ability to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members. Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize multiple skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Following appropriate legal and ethical professional conduct. Any duties not described above. Qualifications and Education Requirements

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