Certified Medical Assistant

Job Description

```Duties```

- Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, and billing and coding for insurance purposes.

- Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations and treatments.

- Administer medications, including injections, as directed by healthcare providers.

- Prepare patients for procedures and assist with minor surgeries.

- Take and record vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse.

- Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for testing.

- Provide patient education on medications, procedures, and general health topics.

- Perform basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood glucose monitoring.

- Maintain cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and medical equipment.

```Qualifications```

- Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited program.

- Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.

- Proficiency in medication administration techniques, including inhalation.

- Ability to provide excellent patient care with compassion and empathy.

- Basic life support (BLS) certification.

- Strong customer service skills to ensure positive patient experiences.

- Familiarity with X-ray procedures and equipment is a plus.

- Experience working in a hospital or clinical setting is preferred.

- Ability to speak Spanish or Chinese is preferred

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.