Medical Assistant

Job Description We are looking for a skilled and organized Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. You will perform a combination of various administrative and clinical tasks. Administrative responsibilities include greeting patients as they arrive, answering phone calls and emails, scheduling appointments, and updating and filing patients' medical records. Clinical duties include taking patient medical histories, recording patient vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and assisting the physician during examinations. When necessary, you will also administer vaccinations and process prescriptions to be filled at the patient's preferred pharmacy.Medical Assistant Duties and ResponsibilitiesGreet patients and gather contact information and insurance dataAnswer phone calls, respond to patient questions, and take messagesFile insurance forms and call insurance companies with questions about coverageSchedule new and follow-up appointmentsPrepare rooms and ensure supplies are ready, ordering more when necessaryAssist in procedures and examinationsTake and record patient vitalsAdminister vaccinationsEducate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment, and medicationsMedical Assistant Requirements and QualificationsAssociate degree in a medical field (preferred)Current Medical Assistant certification AND/OR you have at least 2 years of professional experience working as a Medical Assistant.Familiar with medical terminologyInventory management experienceExcellent communication and organizational skills