Performs administrative and clinical tasks in healthcare settings, such as taking patient histories, drawing blood, and scheduling appointments. Responsibilities: Physician Assistance. Assists physician or other medical personnel in the examination process as required or necessary. Assists in restraining or controlling patients (infants, children, geriatrics, etc. Performs order entry to electronic medical records, i.e., prescription refills, sets up lab tests or x-rays, etc. Places patients in exam rooms. Drapes and positions patients for appropriate exams or procedures. Performs routine tests on patients such as audiograms, vision, spirometer, EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests. Assists with cardiovascular stress tests, fetal non-stress tests, and OB ultrasounds. Performs various nursing duties such as suture removal, casting and Steris trip applications, administration of injections, venipunctures, breathing treatments, ultrasound therapy, and hydrocollator therapy. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, ordering supplies, and sterilizing instruments and/or equipment. Assists with both surgical and non-surgical procedures. Obtains and records vital signs including body temperature, height, weight, and takes blood pressure. Takes and documents complaints and patient histories including allergies, immunization histories, etc. Receives and returns telephone calls from or to patients and pharmacies. Obtains authorizations and referrals. Makes scheduling arrangements with other healthcare professionals and facilities. Education & Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred CMA Certification BLS -AHA