Certified Medical Assistant

Must have pediatrics experience. Obtains, evaluates, and records patient history in medical file. Obtains and measures vital signs and records information on patients' charts. Screens patients according to NTACHC protocols (i.e. obtaining vital signs, height, weight, vision/hearing testing). Assists in the examination of patients under the direction of a provider. Complete requests for follow-up, and manage tasks in NextGen by the end of your work week. Schedule follow up appointments at the time of the visit. Performs accurate charting in medical record in accordance with NTACHC policies and procedures. Provide assistance to clinical staff and providers as needed. Maintain exam room and work areas (i.e. keeping well-stocked, orderly, and clean, to include disinfecting exam tables, chairs, and counters between patients with disinfecting wipes as per infection control policy.) Maintain strict infection control (i.e., sterilizing instruments, performing procedures, needle disposal, etc.). Able to accurately make/cancel/reschedule appointments in the computer appointment system. Able to follow-up on appointment to determine patient compliance and contact patients to reschedule (no-show policy). Keep up to date and comply with all emails, intranet updates, policies/procedural updates and retraining as required. Understand all emergency protocols and respond accordingly. Other duties as assigned.