Job Information
NORTH COUNTRY HOSPITAL & HEALTH CTR Medical Assistant (MA) in NEWPORT, Vermont
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Statement of Purpose Coordinates and administers clinical care in the ambulatory setting for a wide range of patients under the direction of the Cardiologist. You will act as a staff person in the office, assisting in administrative duties, patient care & patient education, works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining professional practice standards in the physician office setting and always striving to meet the goals of the clinic and North Country Hospital.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information in the EMR.
- Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
- Performs basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, scheduling patients, and filing.
- Performs basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies. Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
- May document the provider\'s encounter with patients. Lists all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider. Transcribes patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.