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Internal Medicine Associates of Houston - Careers

Job Creation Date  :     09/26/2016

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Job Length : Full time (Minimum 40 hours a week excluding national holidays) 
Start Date : At the earliest 
Pay Rate : Depending on Experience
Type of Business : Primary Care /Internal Medicine Physician

Location                   :    Pearland, TX 77584 (Shadow Creek Area)

Contact Email         :     cvemula@internalmedhouston.com      

General Summary of Duties: 
Assists physician and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients and physician. A unique opportunity to learn and work in a growing practice and in a dynamic work environment. 

Supervisor: 
Dr Vishalakshmi Batchu, Board Certified Internal Medicine

Supervisory Responsibilities: 
None

Major Responsibilities/Tasks: 
Assesses patient's general condition and takes vital signs and weight. 
Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness. Prepares list of medical supplies needed. Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination and testing of patients.
Phlebotomy experience is mandatory
Educates patient/family about diagnostic procedures, nutrition and maintenance of health and wellness.
Greets patients and prepares them for physician examination. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
Maintains/reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information. Records tests and examination results in patient's chart.
Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
Make appointments, follow ups, able to assist in admin tasks like scanning and faxes
Able to administer injections
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Schedule referrals and tests.
Perform other related duties as directed or required.

EDUCATION: 
High school diploma minimum 

EXPERIENCE: 
Minimum of one-year medical assistant experience.
Experience working with eClinicalWorks is a big plus.
Speaking Spanish is a plus but not required

REQUIREMENTS: 
Medical Assistant Certification

KNOWLEDGE: 
The jobholder must demonstrate current competencies applicable to the job position.
Knowledge of basic nursing principles and protocols.
Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.
Knowledge of medical chart reporting/records.
Knowledge of management and organizational theory to supervise the business practices including principles of employee development to train, delegate and mentor staff.

SKILLS:
Skill in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques.
Skill in appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace and confidentiality methods.
Skill in health information management by appropriately charting patient data.
Phlebotomy experience is mandatory

ABILITIES:
Ability to work effectively as a team member with physicians and other staff.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to appropriately interact with patients, families, staff and others.
Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands.
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and direct the work of others.
Ability to communicate clearly.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: 
Normal office and exam room environment. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
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Associates  of  Houston

Dr. VISHALAKSHMI BATCHU , MD
Internal Medicine