What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant/Registration Associate position at Med Center Health?
- Position Summary
- Assists provider in completing office examinations. Administers treatment and therapeutic procedures as directed by provider. Gathers patient information and conducts limited evaluation as required. Performs related technical tasks that support and complement the provider. Assists with patient and family education. Performs Laboratory functions such as obtaining and processing laboratory specimens.
- Provides a variety of electrical medical office duties to facilitate daily operations, including registration and discharge of patients in a timely manner, and pre-certification, scheduling, and coordinating services.
- Minimum Qualifications
- Work Experience
- Previous clinical experience in a physician practice preferred.
Education- Completion of a Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or equivalent training program required. A combination of work experience and on-the-job training in a physician practice environment may serve in lieu of the required training program.
Certifications/Licensure- Registered Medical Assistant preferred.
- Job Specific Performance Standards
- The duties listed below are a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned, and specific functions may change from time to time.
- Documents patient information and communicates to healthcare providers as needed. Triages patients (including obtaining vital signs), follows standing orders for facility, and assists with preparation for examinations and special procedures.
- Obtains and processes laboratory specimens by various collection methods. Administers and documents subcutaneous, intradermal, and IM injections.
- Participates in patient education by providing literature or training regarding medications, use of supplies, etc.
- Insures cleanliness and preparedness of exam rooms before each use in accordance with infection control principles.
- Inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, and performs quality control on equipment. Maintains appropriate inventory of supplies and/or medications including ordering, storing, and reporting inventory counts.
- Performs clerical duties such as patient reception, registration, maintenance of medical records, and scheduling appointments as needed. Greets patients, families, and visitors upon arrival. Keeps patients informed about delays.
- Enters and/or updates patient information according to established office policy and procedure in a timely and efficient manner.
- Creates and maintains accurate patient medical records, files incoming reports, and maintains medical filing system according to established office procedure.
Location: Med Center Health · MCBG Employee Health Services
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $36,089 - $42,213