Medical Assistant I-Pulmonary-Full Time- Days Mon-Fri (8a-5p)

This position provides clinical nursing support to Williamson Medical Group by communicating clinical information to patients and businesses, scheduling tests and consultations, obtaining clinical specimens, assessing patients, performing clinical office procedures and maintaining adequate clinical supplies.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• At least one year of experience in medical office environment.
• Must be competent in the use Glucometer, BP cuff, thermometer, computer, stethoscope, audioscope, business phone and various oral and injectible medications.
• Office environment.
• Must be able to sit, stand, communicate, in English, both orally and in writing and lift over 20 pounds.

Key Results

• Accurately records patient's medical history and vital signs.
• Gives patients immunizations and injections as appropriate.
• Counsel patients on health-related issues
• Orders and maintains clinical supplies and pharmaceuticals
• Coordinates referrals to other medical services
• Secures consultations and specialists.
• Triages phone calls and addresses patient portal messages
• Assists physician with med/surg procedures
• Observes universal precautions
• Maintains quality assurance for office lab
• Observes proper lifting techniques to prevent injury
• Coordinates with pharmacies to ensure patients have adequate supplies of medicine