Medical Assistant – Alabama Anesthesiology and Pain Consultants at Resolve Pain Solutions – Anniston, Alabama

Purpose of Position:

As a Medical Assistant at our Pain Management Clinic and Surgery Procedure Center, you will play a pivotal role in providing clinical assistance and support to our healthcare team. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of tasks aimed at ensuring the smooth operation of the clinic and the delivery of high-quality patient care services.

Essential Competencies/Performance Expectations:
-Demonstrate commitment to our clinic's mission and values
-Exhibit excellent communication, professionalism, and organizational skills
-Possess a clear understanding and proficiency in all appropriate nursing competencies
-Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

Minimum Education and Experience:
-Completion of training in an accredited Medical Assistant School
-Preferably 2 years of clinical experience; however, six months to one year's experience in a physician's office or related clinical setting will be considered

Interpersonal Skills:
Develop and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, patients, and the public
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Maintain composure and professionalism in urgent situations

Critical Thinking:
-Strong planning, organizing, and prioritization skills
-Exercise sound judgment and decision-making abilities

Knowledge:
-Proficiency in nursing competencies and organizational policies and procedures
-Physical Requirements:
-Moderate physical effort required; intermittent moderate physical exertion

Position Responsibilities:

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

-Positive interaction with patients, demonstrating empathy and professionalism
-Collaborating effectively with team members and treating all staff and patients with courtesy and respect
-Maintaining positive customer relations and upholding the clinic's mission and philosophy of patient care
-Managing physicians' schedules and updating patient records
-Assisting physicians with examinations, treatments, and procedures
-Ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and equipment in examination rooms
-Communicating effectively with patients regarding test results and aftercare procedures
-Managing appointment scheduling and directing patient inquiries appropriately
-Adhering to safety, regulatory, and organizational policies and procedures
-Collection and documentation of urine drug screens