Summary

The section of General Internal Medicine (GIM) is seeking a Medical Assistant II to be a part of the GIM group to support our clinicians providing services to patients. The ideal candidate  will perform routine patient care and schedule  for GIM providers. This position will assist in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the physician. 

Job Duties

• Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs, venipuncture (blood draws), collect specimens, EKGs/ECGs, and POCTs.
• Collects patient history, performs medication reconciliation and enters information in the electronic medical record.
• Notes the primary complaint/reason for patient’s visit.
• Sets up instruments and equipment for Physician.
• Assists with procedures.
• Administers medication under direction / order of a supervising Physician.
• Instructs Patients on general care and medical procedures.
• Maintains patient and service rooms in a neat and orderly condition.
• Schedules patient tests, procedures, and appointments.
• Conducts patient outreach phone calls and post visit follow-ups.
• Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
• Takes inventory of clinic supplies and orders supplies.
• Sorts and distributes clinic mail and medical records to the appropriate clinic personnel.

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, NHA, NAHP, or AMCA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.