What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at GWAVA?
Description
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant supports healthcare providers in a pain management practice by performing both clinical duties and as well as accurately documenting patient encounters in real time. This role ensures efficient workflow, high-quality patient care, and precise medical records.
Key Responsibilities
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant supports healthcare providers in a pain management practice by performing both clinical duties and as well as accurately documenting patient encounters in real time. This role ensures efficient workflow, high-quality patient care, and precise medical records.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately document patient visits, including history, physical exams, procedures, and treatment plans in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Transcribe physician dictation and assist with chart completion
- Maintain real-time documentation during patient encounters
- Ensure completeness and accuracy of medical records
- Assist providers with order entry, referrals, and prescriptions as directed
- Prepare patients for examination (vital signs, medical history, medication reconciliation)
- Assist providers during examinations and in-office procedures (e.g., injections)
- Perform basic clinical tasks such as EKGs, urine drug screens, and specimen collection
- Clean and prepare exam rooms between patients
- Handle phone calls, patient questions, and communication with pharmacies or other providers
- High school diploma or equivalent required; certification as a Medical Assistant preferred (CMA, RMA)
- Previous experience as a medical assistant, preferably in pain management, orthopedics, or a related specialty
- Familiarity with EMR systems
- Knowledge of medical terminology, especially related to pain management and musculoskeletal conditions
- Strong typing and documentation skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Professionalism and patient-centered approach
- Understanding of patient privacy and HIPAA regulations
- Outpatient pain management clinic
- Frequent interaction with patients experiencing chronic pain conditions
- Combination of desk work and clinical duties
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Occasional lifting of medical supplies or assisting patients
- Manual dexterity for clinical tasks and computer use
- Experience with interventional pain procedures (e.g., nerve blocks, epidural injections)
- Knowledge of controlled substance protocols and documentation
- BLS/CPR certification
- 401K
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Paid time off