Job Summary
The Medical Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting physicians by providing care to patients. This includes preparing patients for appointments and carrying out clinical procedures such as phlebotomy and administering medications. In addition to direct patient care, the Medical Assistant handles indirect care responsibilities, which involve responding to patient inquiries through phone or electronic health records (EHR), as well as organizing follow-up appointments.
Responsibilities
- Assist physicians in delivering patient care by preparing individuals for visits.
- Perform clinical tasks, including phlebotomy and the administration of medications.
- Manage indirect patient care by addressing questions via phone or EHR.
- Schedule follow-up appointments to ensure continuity of care.
Qualifications
- Completion of a medical assistant program or equivalent training.
- Current CPR certification.
- Preferred one year of experience in a back-office clinic setting.
- Possession of relevant state-specific certifications is desirable.
Legacy Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
