Position Description

Interviews patient and records patient medical history and specific information related reason for visit. Prepares patient for examination by performing and recording preliminary vitals such as blood pressure, temperature, weight.  Reports abnormal symptoms, unusual conditions or adverse reactions to physician. Measures and records accurate vital signs. Prepare exam and treatment rooms. Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, sterilizing instruments as needed. Assists physicians and nurses with physical examination and treatments, and performs surgical preps and simple dressing changes. Provides procedures and treatments as delegated by physician.

Position Requirements

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

 

1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant. Current BLS card (CPR). Color vision acuity is required to safely perform the duties of this position if such duties are related to lab duties. If employed at North Georgia Diagnostic Clinic, RMA or CMA must be obtained within 90 days of employment.

 

 

 

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED

Certified as Medical Assistant.

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