Certified Medical Assistant

Company: Peak Heart & Vascular
Location: Flagstaff
Posted on: October 10, 2024

Job Description:

*Job Title: Medical Assistant **Reporting Status: Office Manager**Department: Clinical **Location: Travel required**FLSA: Non-Exempt**Wage Range: DOE**GENERAL DESCRIPTION*The Medical Assistant interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information in patients charts. Responsible for medical charts, electrocardiograms, and some administrative duties in assistance to physicians. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients and ensures smooth transitioning between appointments. The Medical Assistant uses customer service skills and pleasant attitude to ensure the comfort of patients.*POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES** Documents medical histories, vital signs, and other patient related data in medical charts (i.e. pulse rate, blood pressure, height and weight)* Performs electrocardiograms, device monitoring, and sleep study tests* Exhibits understanding of EMR scanning and clinical procedures* Aids physicians by performing some administrative duties and handling basic clinical tasks* Assist physicians by performing with patients medical history and medication history* Arranges for laboratory testing* Documents new prescriptions and refills* Obtains authorizations and refills for medications* Maintains a neat and professional work environment* Brings patients to the room in a friendly, timely manner, and providing any necessary assistance* Stocks rooms and maintains cleanliness standards* Additional duties as assigned*ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE** MA Certification required* One year experience as a back office medical assistant/MA preferred* Knowledge of EClinical Works, EMR system, preferred* High School Diploma or equivalent* Travel may be required* Good oral and written communication skills including detail orientation and organization* Must have CPR Certification*PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT ** While performing duties of the job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers; talk and hear* Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds* Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to focus* The noise level of the work environment is usually moderateThis job description has been designed to outline the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications assigned to this job.Job Type: Full-timePay: From $18.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Free parking* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceMedical Specialty:* CardiologySchedule:* 8 hour shiftEducation:* High school or equivalent (Preferred)License/Certification:* BLS Certification (Preferred)* Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)Work Location: In person

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