What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant (CMA) position at Dominion Women's Health, Inc.?
I. Primary functions/General purpose of position:
Medical Assistants are involved in all aspects of the quality, compassionate care provided to females of all ages. The medical assistant is to perform obstetric and gynecological intake, pregnancy testing and family planning, assist with routine office visits including pap, colposcopy and LEEP procedures, and patient education–all with a common goal of providing the best comprehensive women's health care in the region. Maintain confidentially and complies with HIPAA regulations.
II. Employment Qualifications:
- Medical Assistant, LPN, RN
- Experience with OB/GYN preferred
- Ability to read and write in order to accurately process required information.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
1. Accompany physician into the patient examination room to assist and transcribe a history and physical exam, with accurate documentation of the physician’s encounter with the patient.
2. List all proper diagnoses, symptoms as well as follow up instructions and prescriptions as dictated by the physician.
3. Enter patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, medications, etc as ordered by provider.
4. Accurately document any procedures and discussion performed by the physician with correct medical terminology.
5. Comfortable & knowledgeable working in a women's health environment.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintain professional appearance and conduct at all times.
2. Adhere to employer work practices as well follow HIPAA, OSHA regulations and other state and federal regulations.
3. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff and management.
4. Effectively manage day to day responsibilities & stress working in a fast paced environment.
5. Communicating with patients in person and via phone as directed by the provider.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional skills:
- Strong organization, multitasking and time management skills
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Good bedside manner and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
II. Employment Qualifications:
- Licensed Certified Medical Assistant or LPN
- Experience with OB/GYN preferred
- Ability to read and write in order to accurately process required information.
Medical Assistants use their organization and time management skills to systematically complete transcription, organization and recordkeeping tasks during downtime between appointments with patients, optimizing all office activities while still keeping up with the provider.
Dominion Women's Health Inc. not only has an office in Mechanicsville but we also have offices located in Henrico, North Chesterfield and St. Stephens Church, you may be asked to work at different locations. Please include pay expectations when applying for position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Ob/Gyn
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Multiple locations
Salary : $16
