Summary

The section of General Internal Medicine (GIM) is seeking a reliable Medical Assistant II to be a part of the GIM group to support our clinicians providing services to patients. The ideal candidate will have primarily MAII responsibilities (performing routine patient care i.e. rooming/vitals) and scheduling for GIM providers. The Medical Assistant  will assist in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the physician. 

Job Duties

• Performs routine patient care responsibilities ex. rooming and vital signs.
• Documents the primary complaint/reason for the visit.
• Collects patient social history, enter/reconcile medications into patient's chart, and update patient's pharmacy.
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned, which may include: scan patient medical records; obtain outside labs/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information; completing forms/requisitions as needed during the visit. 
• Performs clinic procedures for example point of care influenza, Strep, pregnancy, and HemoglobinA1c test, urine dipstick, 12-Lead EKG, Ear irrigation, administer immunizations/medications (Intramuscular injections), provide nebulizer treatment, set up Pap Smear tray, assist provider with wound care, and, PPD placement.
• Maintains refrigerator temperature log.
• Stocks exam rooms with needed supplies and forms. Make a list of clinic supplies, immunization, and medication needed before using the last stock. 
•  Handles patient calls, refill requests, refill responses, MyChart refill requests, patient MyChart messages, Result notes, Staff messages and, letters.
• Works with providers on extended clinic hours and assign to cover clinic during lunchtime.
• Transports patient to the Emergency Center when it's needed.
• Gives handover report to staff when leaving early for the day. 

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NAHP, NHA, NAHP, AMCA, or NRMA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.