Medical Assistant – Ortho (JR24-47533)

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Responsible for direct and indirect total nursing care to patients of this practice, participates in family/patient education, coordinates surgical scheduling for physicians, scheduling of diagnostic procedures ordered by physicians, assists when necessary with office based procedures and other specialty specific duties. Expected to assist other UHC owned practices in like or similar functions on an “as needed” basis, usually due to illness, vacation, and similar circumstances.es under supervision and direction of physician(s). A professional appearance is required. The associate will work with the patients, physician, and staff to create the best atmosphere possible for the patient. The MA is required to assist the physician with procedures, obtain medical history, reconcile medications, and record other information as required by the clinic. This position also may require the MA to act as a scribe to the physician, so typing and medical terminology is a must, as well as ability to spell correctly. Multi-tasking is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
3. Current National Certification as CMA.
4. Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EXPERIENCE:
1. One (1) year of healthcare experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Greets and escorts patient to exam rooms; prepares for provider visit by obtaining initial information and vital signs.
2. Prepares exam rooms for patients with attention to cleanliness and availability of supplies.
3. Assists with and/or performs exams, tests, and procedures.
4. Schedules appointments and sets up referral contacts as needed.
5. Assists provider during patient examinations and procedures.
6. Educates patients on follow up expectations.
7. Maintains quality control testing logs as required.
8. Ensures all medical equipment is in proper working condition.
9. Assists patients with completion of medical documentation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to… For full info follow application link.

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