Responsibilities

At Grand View Health, Medical Assistants are vital and valued. They are responsible for assisting physicians in the examination and treatment of patients by delivering quality patient care and performing clinical and clerical duties within the practices. They keep the practice running smoothly. With a network of medical practices throughout Bucks and Montgomery counties, Grand View Health functions as an extended family of healthcare advocates who take pride in knowing that we aren't just making a living; we're leading our community to a healthier future. If you desire to make a positive impact on the lives of patients, consider applying for immediate consideration.

Essential Functions:

• Assisting clinicians during examinations and other patient-related duties to ensure the safety and well-being of patients in the practice.
• Interviewing patients in a polite and courteous manner.
• Taking accurate vital signs that include, but are not limited to, temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressures, height and weight. Must be able to enter efficiently into the computer system.
• Performing tests, such as EKGs, PFTs, audio tests and vision tests, and must set up any other tests requested by the physician.
• Communicating test results to the patient under the direction of the provider, as well as answering questions that the patient may have.
• Giving injections and performing venipuncture as needed.
• Spinning blood samples and completing lab paperwork as needed.
• Engaging, promoting self-care and providing encouragement to the patient.
• Preparing the patient chart prior to the visit, which includes ensuring that all test results, hospital records and consult letters are in the record. Identifying any quality gaps and flagging them for the provider.
• Assisting in the collection of clinical data for performance improvement purposes.
• Responsible for keeping accurate, up-to-date record of supplies on hand.
• Screening and redirecting telephone calls and walk-in visitors. Coordinating scheduling of appointments.
• Performing CLIA-waived quality controls as needed.