MedicalAssistant

Medical Assistant - Grand RapidsDay Shift (United States of America) **Summary** Under direction and supervision providers, the Medical Assistant, who is non-licensed, uses their clinical training as to provide direct patient care. This includes assisting with the rehabilitative goals of the patient, and supporting clinic nurses and providers as a part of the care team. **Essential Job Responsibilities** * Staff will provide patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their license, certification or registration and as required by law and regulation. * Conduct pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient charts prior to appointment with recent test results, correspondence, etc. per clinic protocols. * Prepare patient for examination and treatment by noting brief health history or the reason for visit in the patient’s chart. * Take and record vital signs. * Assist the clinical staff in completing examination and procedures as instructed. * Administer medications and injections as ordered. * Completely fill out forms and obtain signature from provider, when necessary. * Under the direction of the nurse or provider in charge, takes responsibility of medical supplies and cleaning of the medical instruments and equipment. * Assist the clinical staff in providing patient education. * Creates, maintains, patient files and all related records as needed. * Stock, clean, and perform inventory of exam rooms. * Communicate with patients and families regarding provider or nurse medical advice. * Occasionally relocate to other jobs within the clinic to provide additional support. * Perform other work-related duties as assigned. **Essential Job Qualifications** * Must have High school diploma or equivalent. * Completion of a Medical Assistant training/certificate program. Certification as CMA or RMA. * At least two (2) years of experience as a, Medical Assistant, LPN or in additional areas of patient health care in a clinical setting. * Must have thorough edu