Medical Assistant - Genesis OBGYN Northwest at Genesis OBGYN pc

Tucson, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical terminology, Patient care, Phlebotomy, Vital signs monitoring, Injections, Laboratory specimen collection, Sterilization processes, EHR documentation, Diagnostic coding, Procedure coding, Patient education, Customer service, Communication, Problem-solving, Team collaboration, Organizational skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Medical Assistant - Genesis OBGYN Northwest JOB DESCRIPTION Summary: The Certified Medical Assistant primarily provides clinical and administrative support to our OB/GYN physicians and other clinical staff. This position requires strong communication and organizational skills and be able to be empathetic towards patients while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. Essential Functions: Responsible for verifying patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit. Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary. Responsible for collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, giving patients injections and drawing blood. Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding electronic and paper medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential. Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations. Assist with sterilizing equipment / maintain proper working knowledge of the Autoclave. Primary Duties: Prepare exam rooms for patients including stocking with proper supplies and cleaning after each patient visit. Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in EHR system. Assist provider with in-office exams and procedures while ensuring patient comfort. Educate patients on reproductive health, prenatal care, contraception, and other health related concerns. Sterilize equipment and exam rooms after each patient visit. Schedule patients for visits and follow ups. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong knowledge of medical terminology. Knowledge of patient care techniques, administering injections, drawing blood, taking vitals and performing basic lab tests. Knowledge of sterilization processes. Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Customer service skills in handling patient questions and concerns with professionalism, empathy and patience. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle unexpected situations calmly and problem-solving patient concerns or conflicts. Ability to collaborate in a team environment. Work Environment: May require occasional travel or overtime. Work is performed in a professional healthcare setting. This position operates in an office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. Exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, and toxic substances in the work environment. Travel between locations is required. Physical Demands: Ability to lift and move medical equipment and supplies up to 25 pounds. Extended periods of standing and walking. Manual ability for handling instruments and equipment. Education: Must have a current valid certification as a Medical Assistant. Experience: Experience and knowledge of an EMR preferred but not required. Bilingual English/Spanish helpful but not required Minimum 3 years Medical Assisting experience in a specialty medical practice, preferably OB/GYN.

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Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to OB/GYN physicians, including preparing patients for exams and collecting laboratory specimens. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate patient documentation in the EHR system and ensuring exam rooms are sterile and well-stocked.