Medical Assistant

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for supporting onsite Physicians and performing paraprofessional nursing care to patients. The Medical Assistant performs both administrative and clinical skills in the medical care of the patient. Takes and records vital signs, performs routine clinical functions and maintains medical patient electronic health record. Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS


+ Obtains vital signs, height, weight, and head circumference measurements as appropriate for specific medical clinic

+ Assists with examination as directed by the physician or clinic nurse

+ Administers medications under the supervision of a nurse and/or physician

+ Performs routine medical treatments

+ Checkout patients, assist with referral processing, and arrange laboratory services

+ Schedules appointments, receives phone calls, takes telephone messages, provides feedback, an...