Medical Assistant (Neurosurgery Clinic)

Quick Facts

• Role: Medical Assistant in a neurosurgery clinic

• Schedule: Full-time, days

Description

Provide support to physicians, nurses, and other licensed staff by facilitating efficient patient flow, assisting with patient care activities, and completing related administrative functions. Maintain safe, clean exam areas; ensure accurate documentation and vital signs; assist with delegated clinical procedures; and promote patient satisfaction through professional, friendly interactions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient patient flow: escort patients to exam rooms, confirm identity with two identifiers, prepare patients for exams, obtain and document accurate vital signs, and alert providers/RNs of significant changes.

• Document the reason for visit and update/confirm allergies, smoking history, and pharmacy information.

• Assist with delegated medical and surgical procedures per protocol, including ECG, venipuncture, immunizations, procedure tray setup, specimen collection, and CLIA-waived testing as directed.

• Prepare and stock exam rooms following disinfecting/sterilizing protocols; participate in environmental safety rounds; monitor vaccine/medication inventory.

• Maintain and monitor equipment/instruments per clinic guidelines; assist with supply ordering and dispose of expired items.

• Support patient satisfaction and confidentiality through professional communication in person and by phone.

• Perform delegated specialty-area procedures safely and efficiently; complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

• Current certification in one of: AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, or NRCMA (or written proof of eligibility for an eligible certification exam).

• Complete a qualifying certification within the first six months of employment (CMA/AAMA, RMA/AMT or NCMA/NCCT, CCMA/NHA, or NRCMA/NAHP).

• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.

• 0 to 2 years of experience in a relevant role.

• Strong computer skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected events (details provided via benefits page).