Medical Assistant Full Time

Hughston Clinic - Macon, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Macon, GA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Medical Assistant position at Hughston Clinic involves assisting physicians with patient care activities and performing various administrative duties to ensure the clinic operates efficiently. The role requires a blend of clinical and administrative skills, including patient interaction, documentation, and equipment management.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physician(s) in Clinic with patient care activities.
• Complete administrative duties as required.
• Review and maintain charts to ensure completeness/EMR guidelines.
• Escort patients from waiting area to triage area.
• Monitor schedules and patient flow during clinic.
• Accompany provider into the patient examination room to transcribe patient history and exams.
• Accurately enter tests and procedures as ordered by provider.
• Ensure all ordered tests are performed accurately and timely.
• Document patient information in EMR chart per physician dictation.
• Review initial vital signs evaluation and lab specimens.
• Remove staples, sutures, and assist with minor surgical procedures.
• Assist with placement, removal, and instruction of DME devices.
• Clean and sterilize equipment using approved techniques.
• Clean and stock exam rooms and change sheets after each patient.
• Communicate restrictions and instructions to patients.
• Follow up calls to patients after surgery or invasive procedures.
• Communicate with outside facilities for scheduling tests or surgery.
• Complete insurance, disability, and FMLA forms in a timely manner.
• Assist in administrative duties such as scheduling appointments and procedures.

Requirements

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or one year relevant experience required.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to accurately type 50 words per minute.
• Must have working knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
• Knowledge of the health care field/medical specialty is required.
• Must maintain BLS certification.
• Must have a valid driver's license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).