What are the responsibilities and job description for the OB/GYN Medical Assistant / MA | Full Time - Denver, CO position at Colorado OBGYN Partners, PLLC?
Job description
OBGYN practice looking for a fulltime Medical Assistant to work with fulltime physician. Great team with great benefits. Athena EHR experience a plus.
JOB DESCRIPTION
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
At Elevate Women's Health it is our expectation that every team member within our clinic offices share the same passion and drive to make a difference every day for those whom we are provided the opportunity to interact with and treat.
DEPARTMENT: Back Office
REPORTS TO: Medical Assistant Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant will help the Provider in the diagnostic testing, examination, education, and treatment of patients.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Welcome patients by greeting them when escorting them to their exam room.
- Verify patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history and confirming purpose of visit.
- Perform preliminary physical tests (take blood pressure, weight, height and temperature) and record information in patient chart
- Secure patient information and maintain patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential.
- Counsel patients by transmitting physician’s orders and questions about surgery.
- Educate patients by providing medication and diet information and instructions; answering questions.
- Update and maintain all digital client records.
- Clean and prepare examination rooms prior to patient appointments
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Good organizational skills.
- Ability to demonstrate professional work behavior by following guidelines as established by policies and procedures
- Knowledge of data entry systems and computer skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to prioritize and perform a multitude of duties in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
- Ability to be versatile in all areas of responsibility and accommodate numerous situational types.
- Strong customer service skills.
- High school graduate or equivalent required.
- Certified as a Medical Assistant in the state of CO or equivalent experience.