Medical Assistant, Medical Edge - Fort Worth, TX
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant will perform various duties in a group practice setting to prepare the patient for examinations and procedures. Duties may include cleaning exam rooms, documentation, laboratory and phlebotomy functions. Assist the physicians and other staff as needed.
Physical Demands/Working Environment
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant will perform various duties in a group practice setting to prepare the patient for examinations and procedures. Duties may include cleaning exam rooms, documentation, laboratory and phlebotomy functions. Assist the physicians and other staff as needed.
Physical Demands/Working Environment
- Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, lifting and supporting patients
- Exposure to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations
- Computer literacy
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, clinic staff, management, and community agencies
- Willingness and ability to become cross-trained
- Knowledge of ICD-9 coding, medical terminology and records maintenance
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or two year nursing program
