POSITION PURPOSE Under the direction of the clinic supervisor, the medical assistant is responsible for the receiving of patients, preparing the patients to be seen by the provider, and assisting the provider as requested in the delivery of care to the patient. The medical assistant works with patients and is knowledgeable with regard to the clinic’s patient education program and provides educational materials to the patient when appropriate. The medical assistant is also responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment. MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED High School Medical Assistant Program preferred MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Entry Level LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED Current BLS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED Knowledge of telephone etiquette, typing, computer, calculator, copy machine, and use of fax machine and essential medical assistant duties as identified below. PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES Please see position specific standards. #cb