Certified Medical Assistant II

Day (United States of America)Certified Medical Assistant IIProvides basic medical care and health teaching to patients in an outpatient, non-emergency care setting for an outpatient medical practice.

Job Qualifications

BLS Required

High School Diploma/GED and current certification required.

Graduate of an approved school or institution for Medical Assistants preferred.

Moderate Pharmacological Knowledge

Meets/Exceeds qualifications of Level 1

Duties and Responsibilities

Level II

In addition to all tasks included in level 1

Process medication refill requests according to protocols

Perform surgical aseptic procedures

Wrap and autoclave an instrument

Utilize a transfer forceps

Open a sterile pack

Set up a sterile tray

Apply and remove sterile gloves

Perform a sterile dressing change

Assist with minor office surgery

Remove sutures

Recognize emergencies

Distinguish between emergency and non-emergency situations

Follow emergency protocols

Prepare instruments for procedures

Instruct patients in preparation for examinations and procedures

Routine physical exams

Specialty exams

Position and drape patient according to procedure

Prepare and or secure patients written consent as required

Instruct and inform patients in preparation for procedures and examinations

Apply principles of radiation safety if assisting with radiographic procedures

Wear dosimetry badge

Protect patient from undue exposure

Provide post procedure written instructions

Assist provider with examinations and treatments

Prepare supplies for procedures and treatments

Anticipate needs of provider

Chart procedures

Provide patient with written instructions

Use quality control during:

Patient preparation

Specimen collection and handling

Reagent management

Instrument calibration

Laboratory testing

Diagnostic testing

Prepare and maintain quality control logs

Record quality control data

Ensure records are accurate and up to date

Collect and process specimens

Complete laboratory request forms

Instruct patient in specimen collection

Prepare equipment and supplies for collection

Collect and label specimen as applicable for setting

Blood

Urine

Stool

Sputum

Throat culture

Wound 

Vaginal

Process specimen after collection

Prepare / fix specimen for examination

Arrange for delivery of specimens for laboratory testing

Dispose of specimen and collection equipment appropriately

Perform Point of Care testing as applicable to practice setting

Urinalysis

Mono screen

Flu screen

Strep screen

Pregnancy screen

BGM

HIV

A1C

PT/INR

Perform electrocardiogram and provide results to provider

lead

Rhythm strip

Perform vision testing and record results

Distance visual acuity

Near visual acuity

Color blindness

Administer medications as directed by provider

Select proper medication to administer

Oral solid medication

Oral liquid medication

Prepare single dose syringe

Intradermal injection

Subcutaneous injection

Intramuscular injection

Topical medication

Eye drops

Ear drops

Determine need for documentation and reporting as applicable to specialty

Identify sources of information for medicolegal documentation requirements in given locality

Observe state, local, and federal guidelines for statutory reports

Obtain & comply with employment guidelines from appropriate agency and comply

Complete incident reports promptly for all occurrences

Comply with workers compensation reporting requirements

Document all activity related to patient care in the medical record

Operate and maintain facilities and equipment safety

Operate office equipment safely

Inspect equipment and determine elementary problems

Determine the need for maintenance or service

Arrange for the repair of office equipment

Maintain and operate medical equipment

Examination tables

Scales

Sphygmomanometer

Thermometer

Ophthalmoscope

Otoscope

Autoclave

Electrocardiograph

Pulmonary function

Casting equipment

Oxygen equipment

Wheelchair

Colposcope

Leep equipment

Lasers

Nebulizer

Nitro Oxide

Liquid Nitrogen

Equipment applicable to specialty

Use EHR System

Record transactions

Post transactions

Follow posting procedures

Balance / rectify daily records

Manage petty cash fund

Prior authorizations

Insurance verification

Schedule patients

Orient patients of office policies and procedures

Provide maps or verbal instructions on location

Introduce office personnel

Provide written and verbal information on office procedures

Answer questions within scope of training and education

Use patient education systems and literature appropriately

Work Conditions

Indoor, fast paced, goal-oriented environment.

Moderate fatigue arising from long periods or walking, standing, and or sitting.

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