Certified Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant Job Description:

Pay:  $22-24/hr

Location: Atlanta, GA

Responsibilities:

• Greet patients, assure patient flow runs smoothly and efficiently, escort patients to discharge counter.
• Obtain patient history; assess/triage patient, measure vital signs, and record information on chart.
• Explain treatment procedures and prepare patient and exam room for examination.
• Position instruments and equipment and hand to physician as directed. Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use.
• Assist physician with any procedures.
• Perform dosage calculations for administering medications.
• Perform injections and vaccinations as needed
• Blood draws
• Complete medical chart to include medical services rendered, test results, and supplies used.
• Perform patient call backs, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments.
• Assist registration staff and perform additional clerical duties as necessary.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and graduate of accredited program for Medical Assisting.
• Certification or Registration required
• Three or more years of medical assisting experience.
• Ability to accurately read and write medical terminology.
• CPR certification.
• Basic computer skills including familiarity with electronic medical records.
• Detail oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills.

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