Medical Assistant -Fulltime - Lane Pediatric Clinic

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs initial assessment of patients to include obtaining and documenting weight, temperature, pulse and other vital signs.
• Obtains and documents brief nature of current complaint and symptoms.
• Maintains smooth patient flow by preparing clinic rooms in advance and keeps both physician and patient informed of pertinent information regarding visit.
• Administers injections and medications as ordered and supervised by the physician.
• Assists the physician with minor surgical procedures and specific examinations as needed.
• Performs laboratory procedures as directed by the physician and documents results in patient chart.
• Files medical reports and other data in patient chart after review by the physician.
• Conducts telephone follow-up with patients, HMO agencies, home health services, insurance companies, hospitals, pharmacies and other physicians for collection and transfer of information.
• Assists office management and front office personnel in other duties to ensure a smooth patient/work flow.
• Assists hospital staff with patient admits and outpatient services by providing clinical information from patient charts and coordinating the transfer of information between the hospital and the physician.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
• Performs patient education and instructions as directed the by physician.