Medical Assistant at Arthrex, Inc. in Naples, Florida

Job Description:

Main Objective:

The Medical Assistant will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of medical practice under the direct supervision and responsibility of a physician. This practitioner will assist with patient care management, executes administrative and clinical procedures, and often performs managerial and supervisory functions. Additionally, this practitioner may assist performing x-rays and may assist with the radiology needs of the clinic. Competence in the field also requires that a medical assistant adhere to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize and respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professional characteristics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performing aseptic procedures.


• Taking vital signs.


• Preparing patients for the physician's care.


• Performing venipunctures and non intravenous injections.


• Observing and reporting patients' signs or symptoms.


• Administering basic first aid.


• Assisting with patient examinations or treatments.


• Operating office medical equipment.


• Collecting routine laboratory specimens as directed by the physician.


• Administering medication as directed by the physician.


• Performing basic laboratory procedures.


• Performing office procedures including all general administrative duties required by the physician


• May operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes


• May take x-rays following established radiologic requirements to ensure patient care and safety


• May prepare/instruct patient about contrast media and examination technique.


• May administer contrast media effectively and safely per established procedures.

Incidental Duties:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by management.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required


• Certification by the American Association of American Medical Assistants or as a Registered Medical Assistant by the American Medical Technologists preferred


• Graduate of an approved ARRT Radiological Technology School preferred


• Current ARRT registration and respective, valid State certification preferred


• At least two or more years of experience working in and performing Radiology preferred
   

Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:    

• Current certification and skill in basic life support (BLS)


• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language fluently


• Spanish speaking a plus


• Experienced with EMR systems a plus


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with staff which includes: effective communication, getting along with coworkers and management, as well as dealing efficiciently and professionally under pressure

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.