Provides assistance with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a registered nurse or provider (physician or advanced practice provider)
Assists with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse
Performs select clinical duties
Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information on patients' charts
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients
Performs basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, scheduling patients, and filing
Performs basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies
Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly environment
May document the provider's encounter with patients
Lists all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider
Transcribes patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications
Qualifications
High School diploma or GED equivalent
Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited program
Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card
Strong customer service skills including knowledge of service recovery techniques