Certified Medical Assistant
2 days ago
Phoenix
Job DescriptionCertified Medical AssistantPosition Status: Full-timeClinical or Operation: ClinicalLocation/Division: Central Phoenix Women’s Health CareOL2/Organizational Code: AZ015OL3/Department Code: (e.g., 5000)Supervisory: No FLSA Status: Non-ExemptTravel: No travel required Reports to: Mary MaryniakHours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. JOB DESCRIPTION Summary: The Certified Medical Assistant primarily provides clinical and administrative support to our OB/GYN physicians and other clinical staff. This position requires strong communication and organizational skills and being able to be empathetic towards patients while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. Essential Functions: • Responsible for verifying patient information by interviewing patients, recording medical history, and confirming the purpose of the visit., • Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary., • Responsible for collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, giving patients injections, and drawing blood., • Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding electronic and paper medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential., • Informs patients by transmitting physician orders and questions about surgery., • Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations., • Assist with sterilizing equipment / maintain proper working knowledge of the Autoclave.Primary Duties:, • Prepare exam rooms for patients including stocking with proper supplies and cleaning after each patient visit., • Manage the flow of patients to optimize the physician’s schedule., • Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in the EHR system., • Assist providers with in-office exams and procedures while ensuring patient comfort., • Educate patients on reproductive health, prenatal care, contraception, and other health related concerns., • Respond to (patients/vendors/employees), • Maintain efficient supplies on hand and place appropriate orders to maintain supplies., • Sterilize equipment and exam rooms after each patient visit., • Coordinate and collaborate with team members., • Schedule patients visits and follow-ups., • Aide in answering phones, checking in and out of patients when needed., • Other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:, • Strong knowledge of medical terminology., • Knowledge of patient care techniques, administering injections, drawing blood, taking vitals, and performing basic lab tests., • Knowledge of sterilization processes., • Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Customer service skills in handling patient questions and concerns with professionalism, empathy and patience., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to handle unexpected situations calmly and problem-solving patient concerns or conflicts., • May require occasional travel or overtime., • Work is performed in a professional healthcare setting., • This position operates in an office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers., • Exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, and toxic substances in the work environment.Physical Demands, • Ability to lift and move medical equipment and supplies up to 25 pounds., • Extended periods of standing and walking., • Manual ability to handle instruments and equipment. Education, • Must have a current valid certification as a Medical Assistant. Experience, • Experience and knowledge of an EMR preferred but not required. Employee (Print) Date Employee Signature Powered by JazzHR kBh7l23OIy