The Medical Assistant is a core member of the Women’s Health team. The Medical Assistant acts as an advocate for patients seeking and receiving care in the Women’s Health Department and interprets the needs and concerns of the patients for providers. The Medical Assistant directly assists clinical providers during clinical sessions and prepares patients for office visits and procedures. The Medical Assistant may assist with front desk and administrative duties as needed.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

Responsible for preparing patients and rooms for an exam according to specific procedures.
Ensures the necessary equipment and information are available for exam.
Reviews patient medical records prior to patient visits to obtain relevant information for provider.
Rooms patients and obtains basic information such as chief complaint, brief history, review of systems, and screening questions as appropriate.
Accurately measures and documents vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperatures, and O2 saturations.
Performs EKG’s, Urine Dipsticks, Urine Pregnancy Tests and other CLIA waived tests when necessary.
Assists with front desk patient registration and phone support duties when needed.
Performs administrative functions for Providers, Nurses and Women’s Health Program Manager as needed.
Performs all other duties as required.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required. Graduated from a medical assistant program or from a CNA program (provide a valid CNA certificate from an accredited school for Nursing Assistants; Certificate from an accredited school for Medical Assistants); and current CPR certification from the American Heart Association required. Phlebotomy Certification from National Phlebotomy Association or National Healthcare Association preferred. Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus.
One (1) year experience as a Medical Assistant required. Previous experience in an OB/GYN practice preferred. Experience with front desk/administrative duties is desirable.
Must be able to perform all Medical Assistant responsibilities as above.
Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on excellent customer service when dealing with both medical staff and patients.
Computer skills are required with the ability to learn electronic health record and Outlook.

CS-HHC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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