Certified Medical Assistant

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Description OVERVIEW: The Certified Medical Assistant performs a combination of administrative and clinical tasks in a healthcare setting. These professionals commonly work alongside other medical staff under the supervision of physicians. Certified Medical Assistant can be an essential part of a healthcare team, as their responsibilities help keep the facilities the work in organized and operating manner. RESPONSIBILITIES/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: - Welcomes patients by greeting them, in person or on the phone, answering and referring inquiries - Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vitals; confirming purpose of visit or treatment - Secure patient information and maintain patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential - Counsel patients by transmitting physician’s orders and questions the patient they may have - Maintain safe, secure and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations - Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing a...