Compassionate Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Procedures

ADP, Inc.; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacramento Ear, Nose & Throat (SacENT) is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers with patient care, clerical tasks and clinic operations in a fast-paced setting. The role involves greeting patients, taking histories, assisting during examinations, and maintaining clean and organized exam rooms.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, completion of Medical Assistant coursework or 2 years of medical office experience, and BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• High School degree or GED, Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• Successful completion of Medical Assistant course work or 2 years medical office experience
• Current BCLS (Basic Critical Life Support) certification

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, take medical histories, and explain procedures.
• Measure and record vital signs like blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and respiration rate.
• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
• Sterilize medical instruments and maintain exam room sanitation.
• Schedule patient appointments, manage phone lines and faxes, check in-basket messages
• Update and maintain electronic health records (EHR) and patient files.
• Work cohesively with other back-office staff, train/shadow as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Critical thinking

Patient education

Time management

Communication skills

Clinical procedures

Good judgment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Medical Assistant training or 2 years medical office experience

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Sacramento Ear, Nose & Throat (SacENT) is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers with patient care, clerical tasks and clinic operations in a fast-paced setting. The role involves greeting patients, taking histories, assisting during examinations, and maintaining clean and organized exam rooms.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, completion of Medical Assistant coursework or 2 years of medical office experience, and BCLS certification.