Medical Assistant full time - United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI)

The Medical Assistant will attend to patients/customers on the phone and in person. Coordinate and organize daily responsibilities congruent with physician schedules. Assist physicians with giving the highest quality of care to every patient/customer. Triage patients/customers, complete review of systems, and prepare each patient/customer for the upcoming physician examination

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assists with timely flow of patient encounters by preparing the patient exam rooms, collecting
appropriate equipment or supplies as requested.
2. Escort patients to exam rooms, interviews patient, measure vital signs, including weight, blood
pressure, pulse, temperature if indicated, and document all information in patient’s chart.
3. Give instructions to patients as instructed by Provider. Carries out orders and arranges for
testing/treatment for the patient under the direction of the provider.
5. Ensure all related reports, labs and information is available in patients’ medical records prior to
their appointment.
6. Keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments and prepare
sterilization as required.
7. Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/Provider/pharmacy calls in a timely manner.
8. Triage and process messages from patients and front office staff to Providers.
9. Maintains accurate record keeping.
10. Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, expired medication
samples).
11. Assists in provisions for safe, clean and orderly environment for patients and fellow employees.
12. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
13. Refers situations beyond ability to appropriate staff member.
14. Attends staff meetings.
15. Demonstrates accountability and assumes professional and legal responsibilities for own actions.
16. All other duties as assigned by clinical nurse manager.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Registered, certified or completion of accredited Medical Assistant training program is preferred.
  (Maintain certification, license and CME’s).
• Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures and diagnosis
• Knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
• Perform Prior Approvals for Specialty Pharmacies
• Excellent grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer injections (if applicable).
• Current certification in BLS.

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