<p>Job Summary:</p> <p>The Infectious Disease Medical Assistant supports physicians and clinical providers by performing a variety of delegated clinical and administrative duties. This role ensures efficient patient flow, maintains high standards of infection control, and contributes to a safe, organized, and patient-centered care environment. The Medical Assistant works closely with infectious disease specialists to assist in patient evaluation, treatment, follow-up care, and clinical coordination.</p> <p>CLERICAL PRACTICE</p> <ul> <li>Assist physicians in the examination, treatment, and care of patients in an infectious disease setting </li><li>Prepare examination and treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness, proper equipment setup, and adherence to infection control protocols </li><li>Interview patients, document medical history, and review current symptoms or concerns </li><li>Measure and record vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate, height, and weight </li><li>Clean, disinfect, and sterilize medical instruments according to established safety and infection prevention standards </li><li>Perform routine laboratory procedures such as specimen collection, CLIA waived tests, and sample preparation as permitted by certification and clinic policy </li><li>Monitor inventory levels of medical supplies, PPE, and materials; place orders as needed to support continuous clinical operations </li></ul> <p>Administrative & Clerical Duties</p> <ul> <li>Schedule and confirm patient appointments, including follow up visits, diagnostic testing, and specialist referrals </li><li>Maintain accurate and up to date medical records within the electronic health record (EHR) system </li><li>Complete insurance forms, prior authorizations, and patient correspondence as needed to support billing and care coordination </li><li>Assist with front office tasks such as answering phones, checking patients in/out, and verifying insurance information </li><li>Support overall clinical workflow to ensure timely patient care and efficient operations </li></ul> <p>OFFICE EQUIPMENT USED</p> <ul> <li>Telephone, fax machine, computers and printers, copier, postage machine, and shredder. </li></ul> <p>COMPUTER SYSTEMS USED</p> <ul> <li>EPIC, Outlook Email, Excel, Word </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <p>Completion of an approved Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant program or one year experience directly related to the medical field; Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross; excellent interpersonal and organizational skills required.</p> <p>Prior knowledge of medical terminology and medical office procedures</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</p> <p>" Assist physicians during patient examinations and treatments.</p> <p>" Prepare exam rooms, ensure cleanliness, and follow infection control protocols.</p> <p>" Interview patients, document histories, and record vital signs.</p> <p>" Clean and sterilize instruments; perform basic lab tasks within scope.</p> <p>" Maintain inventory of clinical supplies, including PPE.</p> <p>" Schedule appointments, manage medical records, and complete insurance forms.</p> <p>" Support patient flow, communicate clearly with clinical staff, and maintain confidentiality.</p> <p>" Follow all safety, infection control, and organizational policies.</p> <p>Work Days:</p> <p>Monday through Friday daytime hours</p> <p>Message to Applicants:</p> <p>Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.</p> <p>G3: $16.56 - $27.90</p> <p>Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.</p> <p>Recruitment Office:</p> <p>MedBest Medical Management</p>