Medical Assistant (Neurology)

Quick Facts

• Role: Medical Assistant (Neurology)
• Department support: Clinical and clerical assistance for the patient care team
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8-hour days; weekends as needed

Description

Provides clinical and clerical support to providers and members of the patient care team by completing back-office and patient-related tasks that support delivery of high-quality patient care. Assists with patient workflow and helps the care team implement the medical plan of care under the direction of a clinician.

Responsibilities

• Perform back-office and patient-related clinical and clerical tasks to support the patient care team
• Prepare patients for exam, take vital signs, and perform basic medical assisting duties including injections
• Support smooth department and patient workflow
• Communicate sensitively and professionally with patients, families/support groups, and other providers
• Follow standardized policies, procedures, and work methods while prioritizing assignments
• Use general computer applications and electronic health records to support care delivery

Benefits

• Benefits available (details not specified)

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program (diploma provided within 90 days)
• Completion of a Medical Assistant externship (160 hours)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) for Healthcare Provider
• 1 year of recent relevant experience
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy/physiology/pathology
• Competency in basic medical assisting skills (vital signs, preparing patients for exam, administering injections)
• Ability to interpret data and follow instructions in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled formats
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Time management and organizational skills to prioritize assignments
• General knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Office Suite) and EHR systems