Medical Assistant - Pediatrics
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Pediatrics
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Saint James, New York, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
6/25/24
Provides support to physicians and other clinical staff.
Places patients in the examination rooms and documents medications, vitals, and main reason for the visit using EMR. Performs screening and measuring procedures, which include but is not limited to, height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature.
Assists with setting up and preparing the patient and equipment for exams and special procedures as needed.
Performs routine laboratory tests. Enters proposed orders into EMR for licensed independent provider review and approval. Obtains previous test results from outside labs, radiology, physicians’ offices, etc.
Collects blood or other laboratory specimens as requested by physician.
Prepare and administer some medications as directed
Performs routine clinical and clerical work.