MEDICAL ASSISTANT - CERTIFIED
Core
Provides basic technical clinical services and clerical support to deliver quality patient care under the direction of licensed staff.
Role type
Medical Assistant
Builds
Patient care delivery and clinic operations
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs collection, specimen collection and preparation, medication administration, patient documentation, EKG and diagnostic testing, patient scheduling, office administration, sterile equipment handling
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Electronic medical records systems
Responsibilities
Collect patient assessment data including height, weight, and vital signs; prepare patients for provider evaluation and assist during exams; collect and prepare blood and urine specimens for reference labs; perform diagnostic tests such as EKGs, audiograms, and spirometry; administer oral and parenteral medications under supervision; maintain clean and safe work areas and sterilize reusable equipment; document patient information in medical records; greet patients and manage check-in/check-out procedures; schedule appointments and relay messages.
Seniority
Entry-level