Responsibilities for Medical Assistant

• Receives and directs phone calls, schedule appointments, check-in patients, obtain necessary patient information to file and update patient records, and ensure all forms and consents are completed by patients
• Assists with referral processing, and arrange laboratory services
• Prepares patients for examination, take vitals, and record patients' health history
• Sets-up EKG machines and perform routine specimen collection and tests
• Prepares equipment and examination rooms, and clean instruments
• Assists physician with medical treatments, procedures, and exams
• Manages inventory of medical supplies and equip exam rooms with appropriate supplies

Qualifications for Medical Assistant

• High school diploma or GED required;
• Completion of an accredited medical assistance certification program required
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills required
• Must be detail-oriented and highly organized
• Firm grasp on medical practices, administrative processes and organizational policies
• Knowledge of patient care and examination procedures
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times