Medical Assistant

• Perform general nursing care, including obtaining patient history, vital signs, and administering prescribed vaccines in accordance with accepted nursing standards.
• Assist with preparation and restocking of equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
• Follow standard precautions in the clinical setting and dispose of biohazardous waste appropriately.
• Assist physicians and nurses during patient examinations, treatments, and testing.
• Screen incoming telephone calls and route appropriately to a nurse or physician.
• Greet patients, prepare them for  examination , and accurately gather and record patient history.
• Instruct patients on sample and test collection and maintain timely patient flow.
• Accurately record physician orders, vitals, tests, vaccines, and examination results in patient charts.
• Order, prepare, and maintain supplies and equipment, including sterilization.
• Assist with scheduling tests and treatments under the direction of an LPN, RN, or physician.
• Maintain patient files, records, and other clinical and office documentation.
• Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
• Provide training to other Medical Assistants as needed.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Cross ‑ train as a Patient Representative.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Conduct lab quality controls within COLA standards.
• Perform laboratory testing, accurately enter results, and troubleshoot lab procedures as needed.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 1+ years of medical office experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical practice and pediatric patient care procedures.
• Understanding of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures, including vaccine administration.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to ensure a safe work environment.
• Skill in using medical equipment for examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and enter test results into an electronic medical record system.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• Short ‑ term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Plans