Medical Assistant - JMCPG Cardiology

Company: Jupiter Medical Center
Location: Jupiter
Posted on: November 8, 2024

Job Description:

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast.Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).Education:Graduate from an accredited program for medical assistants with one year in a medical office setting preferred.If not a graduate from a medical assisting program, then three years of experience in a medical office setting is required.Experience / Qualifications:Medical Assistance Certification preferredKnowledge of the outpatient practice of medicine.Must have experience in medical assisting.Knowledge of medical practice, patient care skills, examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.Must possess computer skills and customer service skills.Capable of making sound decisions.Detail oriented and self-motivated.Position Summary:The Physician Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled specialist who assists the physician in all aspects of the medical practice under the direct responsibility of the physician. Responsibilities include assisting with the patient care management, executes administrative and clinical procedures and performs supervisory functions pertaining to position. Competency requires that the medical assistant adheres to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize, and respond to emergencies and demonstrates professional characteristics.Vital signsPreparing patients for examinationEntering lab and imaging ordersCollecting and preparing laboratory specimensUpdating patient medical recordsAnswering phonesScheduling appointmentsRemoving sutures and dressingsTransmitting prescription refillsPerforms other duties as assigned.

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