Job Summary

The Medical Office Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to physicians and surgeons, ensuring quality patient care and efficient office operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care, including venipuncture, EKGs, vital signs, and specimen collection.
• Organize patient flow, accompany patients to exam rooms, and assist with mobility and dressing.
• Support physicians during procedures and relay instructions to patients and families.
• Perform clerical tasks such as managing medical records, completing forms, and using the EMR system.
• Enter orders into the EMR system and prepare prescription refill requests for physician approval.
• Inventory, order, and restock medical supplies as needed.
• Set up examination rooms and sterilize instruments per hospital and infection control policies.
• Maintain logs for refrigeration, sterilization, crash carts, and point-of-care testing.
• Dispose of expired medications and supplies per institutional policies.
• Ensure a safe and compliant work environment by adhering to legal and procedural standards.
• Assist with medical chart maintenance, including filing and test result documentation.
• Schedule surgeries/procedures and prepare related documentation.
• Perform proficient phlebotomy duties as required.
• Handle appointment scheduling, patient registration, and insurance verification.
• Perform pre-certification for procedures when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant from an approved school.
• 3 years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Effective communication skills with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant medical office or phlebotomy experience.