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Stanton County Hospital

Job Description

Position Title: Medical Assistant

Department: Stanton County Family Practice

Supervisor: Clinic Manager/Physician/Physician Assistant

As defined by K.S.A. 65-2872 Medical Assistants are persons not engaged in the

practice of the healing arts, but are persons whose professional services are performed

under the supervision of, under the direction of, or as a referral from a practitioner who is

licensed under this act.

The Medical Assistant is responsible for patient preparation, administrating all

nursing duties as designated by the physician, and maintenance of patient records. Other

responsibilities may include training and orientation of new employees. Performing

duties so as to operate the physician office in an efficient, economical and business-like

manner.

Clinical Duties:

1. Prepares the patient for each visit with the doctor according to the reason for

the visit.

2. Complete histories and physicals.

3. Administration of medications.

4. Gives subcutaneous injections, intramuscular injections, performs dressing

changes, and attends duties within the scope of practice as supervised by the

physician.

5. Collects specimens for analysis and cultures.

6. Insures that clinic patient medical records are properly maintained and kept up

to date with all known medical information.

7. Performs other duties as instructed by physician or mid-level.

8. Assists with procedure coding and diagnosis coding

Desired Job Qualifications:

1. Must possess a valid certificate of training M.A. or C.N.A.

2. Must have training in business office and communication skills.

Working Conditions:

1. Works in an indoor, smoke-free, climate controlled environment.

2. Must be able to life up to 20 lbs.

3. Much walking, bending, stooping, lifting and standing required.

4. Probably contact with bio-hazardous materials and communicable diseases.

5. Must be able to tolerate a moderate noise level.

Supervision:

1. Responsible to the Stanton County Family Practice physician/mid-level and

office manager.

Performance Standard:

1. Will conform to all clinical procedures and policies at all times.

2. Will perform all duties in the job description within the scope of certification.

3. Performs procedures with aseptic technique.

4. Upholds confidentiality of patient matters such as treatment, diagnosis, or

history.

5. Maintains a positive attitude and a professional demeanor.

6. Dresses in a neat, clean uniform.

7. Maintains high personal hygiene standards.

Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is normally moderate.

Equipment Used: General office equipment including, but not limited to, computer and

all peripherals, copier, typewriter, fax machine and telephone.

Physical Demands: The following are representative of those demands which must be

met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The

employee is regularly required to sit; to use hands to handle or feel; reach with arms

and hands; speak and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.

The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or

crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Vision

specific requirements include the ability to work on a computer for extended periods

of time.

Statement of Understanding and Acceptance

I have read and understand the above job description. I am accepting the responsibilities

and agree to fulfill these and other duties as assigned. I further understand that my

employment is at-will and that this job description does not constitut e a contract.

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Employees Signature Date

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Supervisors Signature Date