Medical Assistant

Quick Facts

• Role: Medical Assistant (Plastic Surgery)
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8 days hours
• Weekend requirements: None

Description

Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and the patient care team by completing back-office and patient-related tasks that support delivery of high-quality patient care. Assist with smooth patient and departmental workflow and help implement the medical plan of care under the direction of a clinician. Use education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to build confidence and cooperation with patients and their support group.

Responsibilities

• Perform back office and patient-related tasks supporting the patient care team
• Prepare patients for exams and assist with basic medical assisting duties
• Support workflow to ensure smooth department operations
• Interpret data and follow instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Communicate clearly and professionally, including when explaining sensitive information

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program (present diploma within 90 days)
• Completion of Medical Assistant externship (160 hours), verified by the MA school website
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider certification
• 1 year of recent relevant experience
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
• Ability to take vital signs, prepare patients for exam, and administer injections
• General knowledge of computer applications and an electronic health record (EHR)

Benefits

Benefits available: Yes