Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

General summary SPG is searching for a reliable medical assistant to perform various office and clinical duties. Our medical assistant will work directly with healthcare practice staff to collect test samples, maintain patient records, explain common medical procedures to patients and assist in examinations.

Essential job responsibilities include greeting and rooming patients, conducting initial patient intake, administering medications and vaccinations, preparing charts and consent forms as necessary, assisting provider during exams, recording patient information such as vital signs, weight and changes in medical history prior to each appointment, performing and completing all quality program health screenings per required metrics, preparing and collecting laboratory specimens; ensuring proper labeling and submission to external labs, providing telephone medication; new orders and refills as directed by the provider, cleaning and preparing examination rooms prior to patient appointments, keeping exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintaining instruments, and preparing sterilization as required, reviewing patient chart, checking for any outstanding lab, x-ray results or any medical visits since last appointment, complying with HIPAA rules and regulations regarding the protection of the patient privacy, coverage at other practices as needed that will require travel to the alternate location, and performing other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department, clinic and organization.

Minimum requirements include demonstrating clinical competence in the clinical knowledge and skills area of practice, and assisting provider with procedures, graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program, must hold current and valid RMA or CMA, current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate through the American Heart Association (AHA), proficient computer skills for chart completion, familiarity with Medical Terminology, two years medical assisting experience, primary care experience preferred, must be willing to travel between practice locations as needed, and experience working with Electronic Medical Record system, medical charts, stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, speculums, and other nursing items.

Why join us? At Shore Physicians Group, we work hard and take pride in accomplishing our mission statement of Treating People Well. We are looking for employees who strive to be the best in their field and enjoy exchanging knowledge in an interactive environment. Shore Physicians Group offers a professional, enjoyable work environment and generous benefits including 401(k) matching, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, certification reimbursement, referral incentive program, local community employee discounts, and free parking.