Medical Assistant
Panama City, FL
Pay From: $18 per hour
MUST:
The Medical Assistant must have experience:
Completion of a Nurse Aide, Medical Assistant, or EMS training program, with a current Nurse Aide certification OR a Medical Assistant certification OR EMS Licensure
One year of prior experience working in a medical practice
One year of prior experience working with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Must have knowledge of Internet and Microsoft Office software
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills, including exceptional customer service
Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with doctors, clinical staff, other co-workers and the public
Must be able to work a flexible schedule
Must possess strong organization skills
Active CPR card
Experience administering injections
DUTIES:
Accurately completes applicable paperwork; ensuring patient medical records are complete
Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit, and confirming patient ID
Takes and records patient vitals
Properly maintains examination rooms and all other clinical areas
Answers telephones in a professional manner and delivers messages promptly
Returns patient calls in a timely manner
Instructs patients in simple procedures/tests and dispenses appropriate educational materials
Relays provider orders to the patient
Prepares, cleans and maintains ultrasound machine, as appropriate
Draws up injections to be administered
Obtains prior authorizations for radiology and/or prescriptions, as needed
Keeps rooms clean and stocked with supplies
Processes specimens and prepares them for shipping
Performs other duties as assigned
Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act .