Medical Assistant

Performs both administrative and clinical tasks in the clinical setting, including taking vital signs, preparing for exams (equipment and exam rooms), cleaning of both exam rooms and equipment after completion of examination, maintaining medical records, confirming appointments, essentially acting as a bridge between the examiner and the claimant to ensure smooth office operations.

Responsibilities

Take vital signs (blood pressure and pulse)

Prepare claimant for examination (Electrocardiogram testing/Pulmonary Function Testing)

Draw blood for lab tests

Perform Pulmonary Function Testing

Perform Electrocardiogram – uploading for official reading

Calibrate equipment (Pulmonary Function machine – daily, AED – monthly)

Chaperone claimant during an examination

Check-in/Check-out claimants

Order entry for diagnostic testing (labs/sleep study/X-rays/PFTs)

Review of medical records

Answer phone calls and greet claimants

Manage clinic flow

Maintain medical supplies (order as inventory is low and remove expiring/expired items)

Qualifications

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with claimants effectively

Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate claimant record’s review

Basic understanding of medical terminology

Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively

Proficiency with computer systems for electronic medical records (EMR)

Ability to follow established medical protocols and safety guidelines

Up-to-date BLS certification

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