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Medical AssistantA Medical Assistant, or a Clinical Assistant, is responsible for assisting Providers in providing care to their patients. Their duties include recording and updating medical histories and contact information in patient files, scheduling patient appointments and performing standard care procedures like drawing blood, checking vitals, or collecting lab samples.Minimum Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent to. Pass a minimum of one exam from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.Experience:2+ years working in the healthcare field (preferred)Other Qualifications RequiredAbility to communicate clearly in both oral and written forms using the English language.Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from residents, patients, physicians, peers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.Ability to work independently.Ability to communicate with empathy and active listening. Reading comprehension.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Medical assistants are instrumental in helping patients feel at ease in the physician's office and often explain the physician's instructions.Medical assistants are hired to help medical facilities and physician offices complete their administrative and clinical tasks. They perform a range of duties. When it comes to specific duties, SIHD requires MAs to do the following:Clinical Duties may include but not limited to:Measure vital signs.Help licensed physicians with their patient examinations.Schedule appointments.Enter information into patient's medical records.Record patient information and relevant personal history.Blood draws.Stitch removal.Setup sterile tray procedures.Assist minor procedures.Medication Prior Authorizations.CLIA Waived Testing.Spirometry.Taking medical history.Explaining treatment procedures to patients.Preparing and administering medications.Transmitting prescription refills as directed.Minor wound care and dressing changes.Responsible for API lab control testing.Responsible for VFC vaccine order.Administrative Duties may include but not limited to:Using computer applications.Answering phones.Welcoming patients.Updating and filing patient medical records.Insurance eligibility.Medical record clerical work including fax retrieval and processing.Responsible for medication inventory.Responsible for vaccine inventory.Responsible for overall clinic inventory.Arranging for hospital discharge follow-ups.
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lone pine, CA, 93545, US
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