Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine Clinic

Responsibilities:

1. 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: 

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

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

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

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

   • Prepares and administers medications as ordered by the physician. 

   • Assists provider with treatments and procedures as needed. 

   • Schedules testing and referral appointments for patients per provider instructions. 

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

   • Performs follow-up calls to patients as necessary. 

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

   • Keep all necessary instruments clean and in examination rooms. 

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

   • Maintains medical supply inventory, checks expiration dates on medications and vaccines and disposes of outdated medications. 

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

   • Schedules and reschedules appointments as necessary. 

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

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

   • Promotes a climate conducive to learning through encouragement of co-worker’s formal and informal continuing education. 

   • Actively participates in departmental quality improvement projects. Promotes the practice mission and philosophy. 

   • Promotes the practice by projecting a positive image. 

3. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

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

Requirements:
  Licenses and Certifications:
    Basic Life Support
    Certified Medical Assistant