Job Description
Summary
The Medical Assistant (MA) assists the Medical Providers (Physician, Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant) within scope of practice. MAs also perform clerical and information technology functions for medical providers in a clinic setting, including primary responsibility for the operation of electronic health records and electronic dictation systems. The MA’s primary goal is to increase the efficiency and productivity of the Provider. The CMA must be able to anticipate Provider’s needs to facilitate the flow of clinic. The MA must be discreet, tactful, and unobtrusive in performance of duties so as not to distract medical staff from patient care. Good judgment, organizational ability, initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to be self‑motivated are especially important. A MA must be adaptable and versatile. Good attendance is an important element of this job.
Responsibilities
- Prepares patient and area for procedures.
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