The Medical Assistant (MA), depending on the clinic structure, may perform administrative tasks such as answering the phones, completing paperwork, and scheduling appointments in addition to assisting in clinical duties such as taking/recording a patient’s history, preparing patients for treatment; and taking a patient’s vital signs (blood pressure and temperature) prior to treatment. They assist the delivery of quality medical care in accordance with a provider’s orders. They also act as a liaison between the patient and the provider and maximize the provider’s time with the patient.

MINIMAL ACCEPTABLE JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure: N/A

Certification/Registration(s): BLS Certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Education: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent preferred

Experience: 1 (one) year experience in MA role or Externship at Accredited MA Program in a physician’s office; prefer physician office/clinic experience preferred

JOB KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Computer Skills Strongly Preferred:
• Google Suite including Gmail, GDrive, GSheets, GCalendar, etc.
• Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, and Visio
• Kronos, Athena, and the ability to learn multiple new systems being used in the organization to perform daily operational activities