What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Madison Family Practice?
Responsibilities:
- Assist healthcare providers in patient examinations and procedures
- Administer medications and injections as directed by healthcare providers
- Perform medical administrative support tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and billing
- Code medical procedures and diagnoses for accurate documentation and billing purposes
- Provide direct patient care, including taking vital signs, collecting specimens, and assisting with minor surgical procedures
- Use medical terminology accurately to communicate with healthcare team members and patients
Skills:
- Proficient in medication administration and knowledgeable about different types of medications
- Experienced in providing medical administrative support, including scheduling, record management, and billing
- Familiar with coding systems such as CPT and ICD-10 for accurate documentation and billing purposes
- Skilled in providing excellent patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during examinations and procedures
- Proficient in using medical terminology to effectively communicate with healthcare professionals and patients
- Experience working in a hospital or clinical setting, following established protocols and maintaining a sterile environment
- Knowledgeable in basic life support techniques to respond to emergencies promptly and effectively
- Able to accurately measure vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and respiratory rate
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills may vary depending on the specific requirements of the healthcare facility.
Please do not include any contact information such as email or phone number.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Medical specialties:
- Primary Care
Schedule:
- No weekends
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-person
- Medical office
- Office
- Outpatient
- Private practice
Experience:
- EMR systems: 3 years (Required)
- Clinic: 5 years (Required)
- Vital signs: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Huntsville, AL 35806 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19