JOB SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical staff in providing care to their patients by performing administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the Physician and/or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION: • High School Diploma or equivalent required. • Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred; must be able to read, write and speak English. • 1-2 years of related experience in a medical setting preferred. • Knowledge of medical terminology. • Strong people skills. • Excellent communication skills, including verbal with proper grammar. • Data entry skills. • Attention to detail. • Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task effectively. • Must be able to comply with OSHA and HIPAA rules and regulations. • Demonstrates skill in the use of personal computers, various programs, and applications required to competently execute job duties. Internet, document with Electronic Health Records and/or authorization system with minimal typing/spelling errors, send e-faxes and email. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES: • Medical Assistant Certification preferred • CPR Certification preferred ABILITIES/SKILLS: • Basic computer skills to be able to recognize and understand our EMR System. • Excellent communication and Customer Service skills. • Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task effectively. • Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment. • Able to respect and maintain patient confidentiality at all times and comply with HIPAA Regulations. • Must be dependable and conduct him/herself in a professional manner. • Demonstrates skill in the use of personal computers, various programs, and applications required to competently execute job duties. • Must be able to follow all safety and universal precautions. • Able to demonstrate proper use of Personal Protective Equipment. • Must be able to follow policies and procedures. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES: • Prepares the patient’s charts prior to the office visit to ensure that all studies, procedures reports, labs, diagnostic imaging, etc. have been received and uploaded to the patient’s chart. • Greets and escorts patients to the exam room. • Interviews patients, measures vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, and temperature, and documents all the information in the patient’s chart including current medications and medical history. • Recognizes abnormal vital signs and reports these immediately to the physician. • Follow up with Specialty Pharmacy regarding any pending prescriptions authorizations. • Responsible for patient flow. • Communicates with the care coordinator regarding any special check-out orders or instructions provided by the physician. • Assist patients with inquiries or concerns and ensure patients’ expectations are met. • Follows up on patient callbacks before the end of the day. • Completes tasks or actions assigned to him/her in a timely manner. • Reports malfunction of medical equipment and safety issues to their supervisor. • Responsible for informing their supervisor of any clinical supply needs. • Complies with Infection Control and OSHA Regulations (biomedical waste, handling, and disposal) for the practice as per regulations. • Complies with HIPAA laws. • Disinfects and cleans patient exam rooms and keeps work area clean at all times. • Stores drug samples and removes any expired medications. • Ability to answer phones, and schedule/reschedule appointments as needed. • Assist patients and physicians in connecting remotely in order to facilitate Telehealth visits. • Conducts all activities in a professional, polite, and courteous manner and abides by company policies and procedures. • Perform any other duties as assigned by management. We offer a competitive salary, Employee Health Insurance is covered at 100%. We also offer Dental, Vision, Life, and 401k Benefits.