Description Medical Assistants provide physician support services that ensure that healthcare facilities run smoothly. They are responsible for administrative as well as clinical tasks. Requirements • Outreach to encourage the improved healthcare manage of the person served. • Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources; Optimize resources and opportunities through community linkages and enhance social supports. • Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs, history and medication listing. • Completes all necessary documentation in the patient's medical record in accordance with practices charting policy. • Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams and medical procedures. • Administers prescribed oral medications and gives intramuscular and subcutaneous and intradermal injections. • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor. Education, Experience & Skills required; • High school diploma/GED required. • Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program; • CPR/BLS certification is required; • One year experience working in a physician office; • Knowledge of substance abuse or related field; • Good verbal and written communication skills; • Ability to work effectively on a team.