What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant 1 position at FMOLHS Career Portal?
The Medical Assistant 1 assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician and nurse practitioners. Interviews patients, obtains vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients' charts. May serve as a preceptor for clinical staff. Will be required to prepare specimens or swabs obtained for laboratory analysis. Coordinates patient flow, schedules appointments, procedures, tests and referrals. May triage phone calls, "call-in" non-narcotic prescriptions as per provider's direction and frequently communications with patients and their families. Works under close supervision of the physician, nurse practitioners and clinic manager.