Senior Medical Assistant - Ambulatory

Ou Health - Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Entry Level

Oklahoma City, OK

About the position

The Senior Medical Assistant in the Ambulatory Department is responsible for providing routine patient care under the supervision of a physician or other medical personnel. This role involves assisting with examinations, performing tests, gathering patient information, and ensuring the smooth operation of the outpatient clinic. The position requires a blend of clinical and clerical skills to support patient care and clinic operations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician or other medical personnel in the examination process.
• Performs order entry to electronic medical records, including prescription refills and lab tests.
• Places patients in exam rooms and positions them for appropriate exams or procedures.
• Performs routine tests on patients such as audiograms, vision tests, and EKGs.
• Obtains and records vital signs and patient histories, maintaining confidentiality.
• Performs various nursing duties including suture removal and administration of injections.
• Chaperones examinations and assists with both surgical and non-surgical procedures.
• Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and sterilizing instruments.
• Makes scheduling arrangements with other healthcare professionals and facilities.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• 6 months experience in patient care as a Medical Assistant or performing electronic order entry preferred.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Ability to interact professionally with healthcare practitioners and patients.
• Ability to effectively communicate information.
• Detail-oriented and able to complete work tasks.

Benefits

• PTO
• 401(k)
• Medical plans
• Dental plans