POSITION PURPOSE
Under the direction of the clinic supervisor, the medical assistant is responsible for the receiving of patients, preparing the patients to be seen by the provider, and assisting the provider as requested in the delivery of care to the patient. The medical assistant works with patients and is knowledgeable with regard to the clinic’s patient education program and provides educational materials to the patient when appropriate. The medical assistant is also responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED
High School
Medical Assistant Program preferred
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Entry Level
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or the ability to obtain certification within 6 weeks of hire.
Current medical assistant certification or registration
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of telephone etiquette, typing, computer, calculator, copy machine, and use of fax machine and essential medical assistant duties as identified below.
PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Please see position specific standards.