medical assistant

Company: Aerotek
Location: San Jose
Posted on: August 3, 2020

Job Description:

The Medical Office Assistant is responsible for preparing examination rooms, recording height and weight, preparing examinees for examination and assisting physicians as needed.

Routes examinee to exam room, vitals room and/or x-ray room as needed.

Review chart and verifies examinee information is available for examining physician.

Prepares examinee for examination by performing and recording height and weight.

When necessary, chaperones examinations with female examinees or as requested by physician.

Responsible for set-up , maintenance, and cleanliness of exam rooms.

Reports any issues or maintenance needs to management.

Maintains a smooth flow of examinations to ensure appointments are kept on schedule.

Secures patient information and maintains patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding medical records.

Ensures all practices are carried out in accordance with state and federal safety and legal regulations.

Performs clerical duties such as typing, filing, emailing, and proofreading as required.

Promotes effective and efficient utilization of clinical resources and supplies.

Participate in various educational and or training activities as required.

Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

A minimum of 6 months on the job experience in a medical office or related field preferred.

Bilingual in Spanish may be required in certain office locations.

Must have adequate knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medications and laboratory values.

Must possess complete knowledge of general computer, fax, copier, scanner, and telephone

Must be knowledgeable of multiple software programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and the Internet.

Ability to follow instructions and respond to managements' directions accurately

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met.

Must demonstrate exceptional communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions where clarification is needed.

Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, prioritize work activities and use time efficiently.

Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

Must be able to demonstrate and promote a positive team -oriented environment.

Must be able to stay focused and concentrate under normal or heavy distractions.

Must be able to work well under pressure and or stressful conditions.

Must possess the ability to manage change, delays, or unexpected events appropriately.

Demonstrates reliability and abides by the company attendance policy.

Must maintain a professional and clean appearance at all times consistent with company standards.

About Aerotek:

We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing ® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.

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