Medical Assistant

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to join a busy healthcare team. You will support physicians and APPs, escort patients, assist with exams, procedures, and wound care, and help with laser/cosmetic scheduling.

The role requires knowledge of medical terminology and compliance with HIPPA/OSHA. Monday–Friday, plus one Saturday monthly, full-time. The environment is fast-paced with emphasis on patient service and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• HIPPA and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Multi-task in a fast-paced, patient-care driven clinical environment.
• Assist physicians with exams, procedures and administering medications.
• Take telephone messages; provide feedback and answers to patient/physicians/pharmacy calls.
• Schedule laser/cosmetic procedures for patients as needed.
• Administer local anesthetic, remove sutures, and assist with surgical or cosmetic procedures as directed by provider.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and restock/clean examination rooms.

Skills

Medical terminology

HIPPA regulations

OSHA regulations

Job description

The Medical Assistant works as part of the health care team by assisting the practice physiciansand APPsin providing high quality care in a professional manner. The ideal candidate will be energetic and able to remain focused in a busy atmosphere while delivering a high level of customer service.

Job Description

• Ability to multi-task in a fast placed, patient- care driven clinical environment
• Demonstrates high reliability through consistent punctuality and attendance
• Escorts patients to exam rooms
• Assist Physicians with exams, procedures and administering medications
• Assist patients with questions abut medications and wound care
• Prepare necessary surgical dressing and instruct patient in post-operative wound care, such as dressing changes and use of medications
• Take telephone message; provide feedback and answers to patient/ physicians/ pharmacy calls
• Schedule laser/ cosmetic procedures for patients as needed
• Administer local anesthetic, remove sutures, and assist with various surgical or cosmetic procedures as directed by provider
• Clean and restock examination room

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• HIPPA and OSHA regulations

Job Type

Job Type:

• Full-time: Monday-Friday
• One Saturday a month

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.