What are the responsibilities and job description for the Urology Medical Assistant position at IRONWOOD PHYSICIANS,P.C.?
Busy Gilbert Urology office is looking for a motivated, professional and friendly nationally-certified Medical Assistant to deliver compassionate care to patients by assisting with clinical tasks, performing support services for clinical staff and providing direct interaction with patients and their caregivers.
Schedule: This is a full-time position working a Monday-Friday schedule.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Preps patient charts.
- Prepares and sanitizes all exam rooms for the day as well as in between each patient.
- Rooms patients; completes and records vital signs and applicable patient assessment items.
- Processes referrals as needed.
- Calls patients with results as directed by provider.
- Sets up orders; transfusions, direct admin to hospital, phlebotomy, etc.
- Handles physician requests and coordinates special testing assignments.
- Assists coworkers in any area to provide quality patient care.
- Maintains a professional, team oriented, positive attitude.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Stable work history, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to obtain vital signs and take instructions from Physicians.
- Must be able to relate well to patients.
- Computer and typing skills desirable. Experience with electronic medical records a plus.
- Should have good organizational skills, effective oral, and written communication skills.
- Should be flexible, reliable, and self-motivated.
- Excellent customer service skills.
Education and Qualifications:
- 1-2 years experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
- "National MA Certification required or must be obtained within 90 days of hire"
- Graduation from a medical assistant program.
We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package including health/dental/vision and life insurance, 401K, and a caring work environment. We are an E.O.E.