SMG Colorectal Surgery - MEDICAL ASSISTANT

General Purpose of Job:

Responsible for the efficient and effective processing of patients through the clerical and clinical areas of the practice/clinic. Under the general direction of the physician or advanced practice provider, provides high quality, compassionate patient care.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

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Prepares patient for examination. Obtains vital signs and chief complaint. Appropriately documents information obtained.

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Performs laboratory and diagnostic testing.

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Answers, screens and triages telephone calls. Takes accurate messages and distributes to the appropriate personnel within the guidelines of the practice.

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Schedules tests and referral appointments for patients.

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Administers oral and injectable medication. Phones prescriptions to pharmacies.

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Engages and helps promote patient/family teaching as appropriate; and provides an educational environment for patients and patient families.

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Works gaps in care regestries to help improve the qualtiy of care.

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Maintains all logs and required checks (i.e., refrigerator temps, medications, oxygen, etc.)

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Maintains practice standards by participating in in-services, committees, etc. May assist in developing and implementing quality control and practice policies.

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Inventories, orders and restocks areas as necessary.

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Maintains and cleans equipment and environmental safety as required.

* Ability to provide clerical services and clinical services as required to maintain an effective practice flow. Cross trained to work both clerically and clinically.