What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant position at Atlanta Women's Healthcare Specialists?
Description
Make a Difference Every Day in a Role That Combines Skill, Compassion, and Purpose.
The OB Nurse’s Assistant is a Medical Assistant responsible for supporting the OB Nurse and the operational functions of the OB Office. This role involves assisting with day-to-day tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the office and the delivery of exceptional care to the OB patients. The Assistant to the OB Nurse contributes to maintaining a welcoming and efficient environment for both patients and staff.
Job Description: Assistant to the OB Nurse
Key Responsibilities
- Provides support to the OB Nurse in managing the operational needs of the OB Office.
- Assist with patient education by preparing materials and answering general questions under the guidance of the OB Nurse.
- Act as a point of support for patients, addressing basic inquiries and directing them to the OB Nurse of physician for further assistance.
- Schedule inductions and C-sections
- Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the OB Nurse and physicians.
Qualifications / Valued Skills
- Prior experience in obstetrics and gynecology is required.
- Medical Assistant (MA) certification is preferred.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with the OB Nurse, physicians, and other staff members.
- Familiarity with EHR systems, particularly EPIC, is an advantage.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Professional demeanor and a focus on providing exceptional patient care.
- Work Environment
- Clinical office setting with regular interaction with patients and healthcare staff.
- A moderate-paced environment that requires efficiency and organization.
- Collaboration with the OB Nurse and other team members to meet patient needs.
Requirements
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the office for extended periods.
- Ability to perform administrative and clinical tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Atlanta Women’s Healthcare Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, military or veteran status, gender, color or national origin in its employment practices.
Atlanta Women’s Healthcare Specialists participates in E-Verify to verify the authorization to work within the United States and conducts pre-employment drug screening and background checks in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations.
COVID-19 vaccine required.