Medical Assistant

POSITION TITLE: Medical Assistant  

DEPARTMENT:  Nursing 

NATURE OF POSITION: The Medical Assistant is a member of the interdisciplinary medical team of Central Oklahoma Family Medical Center.  The position assists medical providers in the examination and treatment of patients and functions as a liaison between the medical staff, health information, lab, and administrative departments.    

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt  

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Director of Nursing 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Must be at least 18 years of age 

• High School diploma or equivalent required 

• Previous clinical experience preferred 

• Strong written and communication skills 

• Strong working knowledge in computer systems; such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel 

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, and/or lift for extended periods of time 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Performs routine intake procedures including, but not limited to, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, and blood pressure readings 

• Assists medical providers with examination and treatment of patients 

• Provides assistance with administrative procedures required, including patient referral, charting and documentation of activities and phone calls 

• Demonstrates teamwork and commitment to quality patient care 

• Attends clinic mandated and departmental in-services and trainings 

• Performs other duties as assigned 

ORGANIZATION: 

• Exhibits enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and professionalism in the workplace 

• Handles personal conflict and works through it at the lowest possible level (first with party/parties involved, then if necessary, with 3rd party mediation) 

• Displays a friendly manner and is easy to approach 

• Maintains a neat, clean, well-groomed, appearance and dresses in accordance with the dress code policy 

• Leaves personal problems out of the workplace 

• Treats all co-workers with dignity and respect 

• Abstains from gossip in the workplace 

• Arrives on time and works through designated hours 

• Completes tasks effectively, accurately and on time 

• Demonstrates little or no absenteeism/follows leave guidelines 

• Follows designated line of support 

• Display a willingness and flexibilty to respond to unusual job-related demands 

• Manages time well 

• Recognizes and assists others in the work of the department, even though the work may be outside of regular duties 

• Shares equally in the workload of the department 

• Works cooperatively with all team members and departments 

• Works independently requesting assistance from supervisor only as needed 

• Abstains from criticizing COFMC, colleagues and supervisors 

• Demonstrates loyalty to COFMC, colleagues and supervisors 

• Demonstrates support of the mission and vision of COFMC 

• Accepts and participates in cross training 

• Takes initiative to identify skill development needs 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

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