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Position Summary

Assists with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider and performs administrative and clerical duties in order to support patients and customers in an outpatient clinic and/or medical office setting.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with ordered treatments 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 materials management functions, which may include ordering and stocking of supplies.
• Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly environment, which includes adequately supplied exam rooms.
• Administers medications including injectables according to approved procedures and provider instructions. Documents administration in patient's chart.
• Collects and packages specimens for lab processing. Performs routine office lab tests, EKGs, X-Rays, and other procedures as ordered. Instructs patients regarding preparation for tests and signing consent forms when necessary.
• Enters orders as requested by provider per written Standing Orders.
• Complies with CLIA, OSHA, and other regulatory agency standards. Participates in in-service programs as needed. Follows infection controls and safety policies.
• Performs various clerical duties including answering the phone and patient callbacks, and may be required to check in and checkout as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications/requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

− COMPLEXITY OF WORK: Within scope of job, this position requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.

− PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

− EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of a Medical Assistant Certification program preferred.

− CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, OTHER: BLS Healthcare Provider (BLS-HCP) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) prior to start/hire date required. Must be eligible for and is required to obtain Medical Assistant certification or registration within 90 days of hire/transfer date.

− WORK EXPERIENCE: Six (6) months of previous medical office experience preferred.