Medical Assistant III - Surgery

Job description

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary: May lead the work of Medical Assistants in the clinical operation of a patient care setting; may lead the work of Medical Assistants I and II, and/or acts as the primary clinical resource in a large multi-physician clinical practice. Functions as a Medical Assistant in the department, prepares and maintains exam rooms, prepares charts, obtains reports and records; directs patient flow and ensures the overall smooth running of the clinical office. Job Description: Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Patient Care Duties: - Interacts directly with patients in clinic setting and completes tasks, which may include obtaining vital signs, conducting EKGs, completing a phlebotomy and verifying medications. - Prepares for office hours by doing tasks such as obtaining charts, scheduling tests and preparing exam rooms. - Assists with examinations, procedures and lab tests. - May assist with renewal and authorization of non-narcotic medications per standing orders and department guidelines. - May administer medications under the order of physicians or nurse practitioner (this includes vaccines and intramuscular and subcutaneous injections). Communication and...