What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Express Care Sumrall - Full Time position at Covington County Hospital?
A Medical Assistant, is responsible for assisting Doctors and Nurses in providing care to their patients. Their duties include recording and updating medical histories, contact information in patient files, scheduling patient appointments and performing standard care procedures like drawing blood, checking vitals or collecting lab samples. Assists the provider in an effort to provide the highest quality of medical care in as productive and efficient manner as possible. Must understand the mechanics of the clinic and how the job interrelates with the other clinic teams to meet the goals of the clinic of offering "good patient care". Deals with a variety of patient instructions and must be able to communicate clearly and effectively. Experience preferred.
- Must be certified with the State of MS Board of Nursing
- Must have CPR
Position: Full Time; Health, Dental Vision Insurance; PTO/STO; 401(A); Short Term/Long Term Disability.
Skills and qualifications
- Strong verbal and written skills
- Superior customer service skills
- A high level of professionalism
- Schedule appointments
- Obtain blood samples
- Perform data entry
- Measure and record vital signs
- Clean exam rooms
- Answer phone calls