Medical Assistant

Immediate Care of Oklahoma; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Immediate Care of Oklahoma in Norman, OK is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians by performing administrative and clinical tasks, taking patient histories, recording vital signs, and preparing patients for examinations.

You will assist during procedures, collect specimens, perform basic lab tests, manage records in EMR, and help with scheduling and communications with patients. A high school diploma, completion of an MA program, and MA certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a medical assistant training program.
• Certification as a medical assistant.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic medical procedures.
• Proficiency in computer skills and electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Recording patient medical history and vital signs
• Preparing patients for medical examinations
• Assisting healthcare professionals during medical procedures
• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
• Performing basic laboratory tests
• Administering medications and injections as directed by healthcare professionals
• Preparing and maintaining medical equipment
• Performing administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and maintaining patient records
• Ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and protocols

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced environment

Medical terminology

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant training program

Certification as a medical assistant

Tools

EMR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

A medical assistant is responsible for assisting healthcare professionals in providing patient care. They perform administrative and clinical tasks to ensure the smooth running of the healthcare facility. The duties of a medical assistant include:

• Recording patient medical history and vital signs
• Preparing patients for medical examinations
• Assisting healthcare professionals during medical procedures
• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
• Performing basic laboratory tests
• Administering medications and injections as directed by healthcare professionals
• Preparing and maintaining medical equipment
• Performing administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and maintaining patient records
• Ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and protocols

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a medical assistant training program
• Certification as a medical assistant
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of medical terminology and basic medical procedures
• Proficiency in computer skills and electronic medical records