JOB SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting with preliminary patient care in a culturally sensitive manner. Ideal candidate should have prior experience working as a Medical Assistant in a high-volume setting. Hours: This is an Hourly Per-Diem position of 15 hours/week. Scheduled to be coordinated with program supervisor as per program needs. Position Responsibilities/Duties: Greet and room patients Obtain and document patient medical history, vital signs, current medications, medication dosage and frequency, patient allergens in EHR Prepares patient for exam Maintain supplies in each exam room Responsible for scheduling Dr. appointments and follow up appointments Assists physicians with exams and treatments Educates and advises patients on specified medical issues within established parameters Data entry of client measures into clinical record Creates reports and provides info as required by EHR regulation Medication prior authorizations Perform other tasks as assigned by the Medical Staff Maintain accurate and strict confidentiality of patient information in electronic and/or manual systems as established by the appropriate protocols, regulations, and policies. |