Job Description
Job Title: Medical Assistant
Position Type: Full Time
Job Description: To assist the Provider in providing the utmost direct/indirect quality care to patients with the end goal of making patients feel as if they are family.
Role and Responsibilities
Clinical and Administrative
Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas
Assist with examinations, invasive and non-invasive procedures or treatments
Apply principles of aseptic technique and infection control
Comply with quality assurance practices
Screen and follow up on patients test results
Collect and process specimens; log specimens
Perform diagnostic tests if applicable
Obtain patient medical history and vitals
Prepare and administer medication (excludes controlled drugs)
Maintain accurate medication records
Recognize and respond to emergencies
Call or enter in prescriptions per physicians orders
Maintain drug sample supply on hand. Discard appropriately expired samples
Assist in general housekeeping duties including weekly scrub-down of all patient care areas
Perform routine equipment maintenance and maintain logs (i.e. autoclave, eye wash stations and clinical refrigerators)
Professional
Demonstrates initiative and responsibility
Able to perform repetitive tasks without loss of focus
Adheres to ethical principles
Time Management
Adapts to change
Attends all team meetings and mandatory in-service training/education
Communication
Recognizes and respects cultural diversity
Adapts communication to individual’s ability to understand
Uses professional, pleasant telephone etiquette
Uses medical terminology appropriately
Treats all patients and co-workers with compassion, empathy, and mutual respect
Projects a professional manner and image
Consistent attendance and punctuality
Adherence to time clock procedures
Legal
Maintains confidentiality and documents accurately
Uses appropriate guidelines for releasing patient information
Practices within the scope of education, training, and personal capabilities
Conducts self in accordance with Suncoast’s Employee Handbook.
Maintains awareness of federal and state health care legislation and regulations; OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA
Core Competencies
Efficiency
Attention to details
Organized
Punctual
Takes initiative, proactive
Team Player
Honesty/Integrity
Flexible
Calm under pressure
“A Doer”, persistence
Problem solver, Strategic thinking, Creativity
Analytical skills
Clear and concise communication/Listening skills
Quick Learner, Intelligence
Follow through on commitments
Enthusiastic, Friendly, Positive attitude
Openness to advice and constructive criticism
Strong work ethic
Physical Demands
Prolonged standing/walking
Occasional travel
Multitasking
Repetitive head, neck, hands wrists and arm motion/rotation
Extensive reading, writing, typing required
Lifting to 25lbs
Frequent use of office administrative, computer and medical equipment
Transferring and positioning patients
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
High school diploma, AA degree or higher. Medical assistant diploma and certification preferred. Knowledgeable in computer programs, EMR systems, customer service, excellent verbal communication skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Work setting:
In-person
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person