01/25/2022
Looking for self motivated, people oriented, good communicator for full time Medical assistant/front desk position in busy but positive, supportive and patient centered wellness office.
Medical assistant job description
Keep rooms filled with patients who are ready to see provider
Vital signs done including Blood pressure, Heart Rate, O2 saturation, weight, height and blood sugar if patient is diabetic
Medications and supplement list brought up to date/current at each visit
Chief complaint in chart
If patient is on schedule for regular follow up and has complaint of illness, can not do regular follow up, must become sick visit and reschedule regular well follow up. Sick visit takes priority. A well visit is a well visit only.
Patient can not have more than three concerns at one visit, we do not have time for more
Patient dressed appropriately for visit ie: if well woman visit, must be completely undressed but be sure patient is provided with a robe and a towel to cover with. If male physical, be sure shirt, shoes and socks are off
Be sure any recent lab work or tests are uploaded to chart before visit
2. When visits are complete, make sure lab slips, imaging orders, specialty referrals, prescriptions, etc, are completed for patients.
3. Direct patient after completed visit to the next appropriate area of office. To IV room if lab work is to be drawn, to front desk for checkout, etc.
4. Relay messages between patient and provider such as lab work interpretation as dictated by provider, patient questions to provider, etc.
5. Perform rapid testing in office such as rapid strep, urinalysis, etc.
6. Medication administration as ordered by provider, including oral, injectable and inhalant medications
7. Be sure rooms are stocked with supplies for exams and that supplies are ordered on time. This includes checking expiration dates to be sure supplies are still usable. (supply list will be provided separately)
8. Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; and keeping patient information confidential.
9. Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
10. Assist in answering phones and scheduling appointments
11. Make your Co-workers look good! We build each other up here, we do not complain about each other, especially to patients! If you do have a concern about a fellow employee, please feel free to discuss with the management but discussing with patients undermines patient trust and will make it more difficult to help patients.
