Medical Assistant

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Practice Manager, the Medical Assistant will perform clinical and administrative duties for the patient’s clinical care. Tasks are assigned by a physician and may include, rooming patients, taking patient telephone calls of a clinical nature, recording vital signs, and taking medical histories. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED with at least 2 years’ experience in a medical office environment. Experience in the field of Gastroenterology or Internal Medicine is a plus.

*An equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed below, may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The Medical Assistant will work closely with other medical office personnel to:

1. Room patients, take vital signs, and record patient information into the Electronic Medical Record
(EMR) using proper charting procedures.

2. Follow up with patients regarding lab test results
3. Maintain cleanliness of the exam rooms and required instruments for a clinical exam. Must report any equipment issues to the manager.
4. Answer questions and explain any ordered tests, procedures, or diets
5. Assist physician with the clinical exam including handing over instruments or documenting in the EMR
6. Prepare and administer injections as directed by the physician
7. Coordinate new and prescription refills with the pharmacy and the patient

Other Functions:

1. Preparation or collection of lab specimens (blood, urine, feces) as necessary utilizing proper handling procedures

2. Scheduling follow up procedures or visits for patients
3. Other duties as assigned
4. Plans and organizes own workload and assists co-workers with any work related to the functions of the department.
5. Adheres to all workplace policies; i.e. dress standards and attendance

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience and knowledge of medical terminology
• Above average computer skills

• Certificate from accredited Medical Assisting program
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
• Excellent attention to detail

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None

Physical Requirements:

• Requires a large amount of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and stooping for extended periods of time, up to 70% of the time
• Occasionally sit in front of a computer screen to document patient information in the EMR or make telephone calls up to 30% of the time.
• Occasionally push, pull, reach, bend, sit, stoop and stretch
• Have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, and calculator on a constant basis
• Have a normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports; specific vision requirements: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 30 pounds

Note: 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 perform the essential functions of this job.

Arizona Digestive Health offers competitive pay and an array of benefits (for full time employees) including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a Health Savings Account both with company contribution, and Paid Time Off. Corporate Discounts through a variety of vendors and Paid Sick Time offered to ALL employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All patients and clinical staff are currently required to wear mask and follow handwashing and other safety protocols.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Working in a medical office environment: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations