Medical Assistant-Pulmonary Medicine , Full Time,

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision of the provider and nursing leadership, performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist in the quality and compassionate care provided to patients.

These duties include the greeting and escorting of patients to the exam room; taking medical histories, the measurement and recording of vital signs; preparing patients for the examination/procedure; and assisting the physician during the examination/procedure.

Demonstrates clinical competence as a Medical Assistant.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Graduate from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) Medical Assistant Program,

OR Graduate of a formal medical assistant program,

OR Graduate of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program. Completion of a clinical externship.

Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skil...