Certified Medical Assistant - Float

**Positional will cover Clinical (MA) and Medical Secretary duties (FLOAT)**

**POSITION STANDARDS:**

• Associates degree and/or at least three years previous clinical experience in medical practice preferred.

• Must act in a professional and courteous manner with the public, patients, co-workers, and providers at all times.

• Experience with computer applications required.

• Excellent interpersonal skills required.

• Critical thinking skills and independent judgement a must.

• Medical terminology knowledge and experience in out-patient clinic setting preferred.

• Proficient and flexible to work in multiple practices a must.

• Must be able to work independently or with little guidance.

• A team leader within a dedicated medical practice.

• Detail oriented with the ability to multitask.

• Assist with patient inquiries.

• Certification/registration in Medical Assisting

• Demonstrates in all aspects in clinical competencies

**SUMMARY AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**

NOTE: Medical Assistants function under the provider's license.

**Position may require the ability to float to multiple physician practices performing both clinical and clerical tasks as determined by need as appropriate per practice.**

• Perform selected clinical and administrative duties. Assist providers in preparing for physicals, procedures and minor surgeries.

• Administer immunizations and injections as instructed by provider.

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient histories and vital signs, specimen collection and analysis and perform EKGs.

• Change dressings and assist with wound care.

• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Maintain adequate level of supplies and equipment needed for patient care.

• Remove sutures and castings.

• Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments and follows through with referrals and pre-certifications as necessary.

• Call or fax prescriptions, under provider's direction.

• Maintain patient files, records and other information in accordance with hospital standards.

• Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.

• Participate in professional development activities.

• Adhere to hospital, department and compliance policies, procedures, regulations and laws (OSHA, DEA, CLIA, etc.).

• Act in a professional and courteous manner with the public, patients, families and coworkers at all times

• Assist the providers with the administrative aspects of their position to ensure the efficient operation of the office on a day to day basis.

• Maintain confidentiality of peers, medical staff and all patient information.

• Maintain provider appointment scheduling and any changes to their schedules.

• Implement physician orders under physician direction and notify patients of results as directed by physician.

• All other duties as assigned.

REPORTS TO: Service Line Director

SUPERVISES: None

**INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS:**

Patients, office staff, providers, hospital personnel, pharmaceutical representatives, nursing home personnel

**QUALIFICATIONS:**

Experience/Specialized Skills:

One year medical office experience preferred

Required Education/Course(s)/Training:

Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred

Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants or equivalent

Preferred Certification/Registration: BLS required

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**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**

See Physical Demands worksheet

**WORK ENVIRONMENT:**

Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Monday thru Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM
40 Hours Per Week