Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

• Provide general clinical care to patients, escort patients to exam rooms and assist in patient flow.
• Provide clear and concise history and/or chief complaint for the medical record.
• Perform injections according to written medical guidelines and physician’s orders. Administer prescribed medications and treatments as directed.
• Observe patient, record and report significant conditions and reactions, notify physician of patient’s condition and reaction to drugs, treatments and significant incidents.
• Prepare & stock rooms, sterilize instruments, equipment and supplies according to OSHA guidelines.
• Keep medical records in order, document in medical record according to prevailing guidelines; ensure that lab reports, x-rays and other reports are placed properly in the patient’s record.
• Check physician schedules, assist receptionist with patient scheduling. Maintain a timely flow of patients.
• Take telephone messages as directed, screen patient calls for appropriate information for physicians. Provide physician approved instructions to patients. Refill pharmacy requests as directed by physicians/nurse practitioner.
• Label and maintain proper storage for specimens and tests and obtain results.
• Schedule test, testing procedures and refer patients appropriately according to physician orders.

Qualifications
GED or high school diploma. Certification for medical assisting.
Is present and on time, ready and able to perform duties.
Demonstrates a professional approach to medical assisting.
Demonstrates ability to interact with physicians, nurse practitioners, employees and patients with respect, dignity, patience and efficiency.
Maintains confidentiality at all times.

Pay
Medical Assistant I $16.00-$20.00
Medical Assistant II $20.00-$23.00

Physician

Visalia Ob/Gyn Medical Associates is seeking a full time obstetrician/gynecologist who has or is actively pursuing board certification to participate fully in our group practice.  The right candidate will be well-trained, enthusiastic, personable, and dedicated to providing quality care.  Those approaching completion of residency are encouraged to apply.

Midwife/Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Visalia Ob/Gyn Medical Associates is seeking a full time certified nurse midwife, nurse practitioner, and physician assistant.  The right candidate will be well-trained, enthusiastic, personable, and dedicated to providing quality care.