Certified Medical Assistant

Job summary
Certified Medical Assistant - PNS AdministrationResponsible for accompanying patients to exam rooms, preparing patients for exams, performing vital signs, assisting with procedures, administering medicationsProvides patient education, retrieves lab and x-ray reports, call in prescriptions, telephone triage, obtain referrals and authorizations
Job seniority: associate level
Responsibilities
• Accompany patients to exam rooms• Prepare patients for exams• Perform and document vital signs• Assist with procedures• Prepare and administer medications with physician's authorization• Provide patient education on office policies, medications, and transitional care• Retrieve lab and x-ray reports• Call in prescriptions• Complete medical forms• Assist with other office responsibilities as needed
Requirements
• High School Diploma or Equivalent• Minimum of 2 years prior experience in a physician office setting• Knowledge of standard medical office practices and procedures• Knowledge of current referral sources/authorization processes preferred• Phlebotomy training preferred• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through an accredited agency• Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification• Exemplary core customer service skills• Strong organizational skills• Strong PC skills• Strong verbal and written communication skills• Ability to remain calm and professional in all situations• Ability to exercise independent judgement in emergency situations
Key Skills Needed
• Exemplary core customer service skills• Strong organizational skills• Strong PC skills• Strong verbal and written communication skills