Medical Assistant (3546)

• Greet patients in a friendly and professional manner and escorts them to the examination room.

• Greet patients in a friendly and professional manner and escorts them to the examination room.
• Take vital signs (pulse, blood pressure, temperature) and height and weight measurements; accurately enters results in patient's chart.
• Review and update medical history with each patient.
• Accurately complete and update patient medical record.
• Prepare patient for examination, test(s) or procedure(s).
• Perform clinic duties in efficient manner to maintain smooth flow of clinic.
• Notify physician when patient is ready for examination.
• Perform procedures (ex: EKG, stress test, etc.) according to protocol as needed.
• Return patient calls within 24 hours.
• Ensure that physician is notified of all pertinent test results.
• Refer patients to appropriate outside testing and appointments as instructed by the physician.
• Correctly schedule hospital procedures as prescribed by physician; notify pre-cert dept in advance.
• Direct or escort patient to check-out counter upon completion of the visit.
• Perform any other services deemed reasonable by physician or supervisor.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of accredited certified medical assistant or accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in performing clinical activities in a medical environment.
• Basic knowledge of medical office procedures and medical terminology with concentration in cardiology.