Job Requirements
The ICC Medical Assistant is cross-trained on both clinical and administrative responsibilities. The clinical aspects include recording vital signs when interacting with patients, compiling patients' medical histories and administering medications under direction of a supervising physician. The administrative aspects can include everything from scheduling appointments to billing and assisting patients in filling out insurance forms.

 

Minimum Requirements

 

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

 

Experience

• N/A

 

License/Registration/Certifications

• Certification as Medical Assistant (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), National Healthcare Association (NHA)

• Current CPR certification

 

Preferred Requirements

 

Preferred Education

• N/A

 

Preferred Experience

• One to Two years' experience of medical office experience

 

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

• N/A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Core Job Responsibilities

 

• Measure and record vital signs, takes patient medical history and chief complaint. Record information accurately in the medical chart.

• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.

• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization of equipment.

• Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments.

• Prepare patient for examination.

• Phlebotomy, finger sticks, and collection of other lab specimens.

• Assist the provider with exams and minor office surgery.

• Adhere to and practice appropriate infection control policies and procedures.

• Screens, manages, and follows up telephone messages from patients, referrals, and pharmacies.

• Prepare and send prescriptions electronically per provider's orders.

• Performs waived lab tests, EKGs, and administers injections.

• Applies dressing and remove sutures as ordered by the provider.

• Use CPR skills when required.

• Dispose of biohazard waste according to state standards.

• Maintain OSHA requirements and practice OSHA standards.

• Perform accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times.

• Responsible for performing patient access activities such as collecting and documenting correct demographic and billing information, maintaining an accurate cash drawer, issuing receipts, managing daily deposits, assisting patients with scheduling/rescheduling/confirming of all appointments, and maintaining an orderly flow of patients through the reception and lobby area.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

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