Title:  Medical Assistant I

Summary

The section of Transition Medicine (TM) is seeking a  reliable Medical Assistant I to be a part of the TM group to support our clinicians providing services to patients. The ideal candidate  will have primarily MAI responsibilities (performing routine patient care i.e. rooming/vitals) and scheduling for TM providers. The Medical  Assistant will assist in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the physician. 

Job Duties

• Performs routine patient care responsibilities ex. rooming and vital signs.
• Documents the primary complaint/reason for the visit.
• Collects patient social history, enter/reconcile medications into patient's chart, and update patient's pharmacy.
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned, which may include: scan patient medical records; obtain outside labs/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information; completing forms/requisitions as needed during the visit. 
• Performs clinic procedures for example point of care influenza, Strep, pregnancy, and HemoglobinA1c test, urine dipstick, 12-Lead EKG, Ear irrigation, administer immunizations/medications (Intramuscular injections), provide nebulizer treatment, set up Pap Smear tray, assist provider with wound care, and, PPD placement.
• Maintains refrigerator temperature log.
• Stocks exam rooms with needed supplies and forms. Make a list of clinic supplies, immunization, and medication needed before using the last stock. 
• Handles patient calls, refill requests, refill responses, MyChart refill requests, patient MyChart messages, Result notes, Staff messages and, letters.
• Works with providers on extended clinic hours and assign to cover clinic during lunchtime.
• Transports patient to the Emergency Center when it's needed.
• Gives handover report to staff when leaving early for the day. 

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
• Certification/Licenses/Registration Required: Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NAHP, NHA, NAHP, AMCA, or NRMA). New employees who are not currently certified, must obtain certification within six months of employment.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior MA experience.