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Description ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Room and prepare patients following established practice protocols (e.g., weight, vital signs, medication review, histories and review of systems on new patients). • Perform EKG’s. • Prepare all electronic medical records prior to the scheduled office for all clinics assigned to their primary POD. • Administer all refill requests according to established practice protocols and physician approval. • Assist the Registered Nurses with patient education, testing instructions, and sample requests. • Clean and stock exam rooms. Requirements EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION • High school diploma or GED and current BLS certification required. • Preferred: Certification of a Medical Assistant (RMA, CCMA, CMA, CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse, or bachelor’s in a health-related field. Experience working in a clinic or healthcare setting is helpful. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES • Knowledge of cardiac medications. • Knowledge of basic cardiac procedures and tests. • Skill in taking vital signs and performing EKGs. • Skill in using a computer and electronic medical record systems (EMR). • The ability to examine documents and medical records for accuracy and completeness. • The ability to prepare records in accordance with detailed instructions. ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: Combination of medical office and exam room settings. May be exposed to hazards-- possible blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids, and cleaning chemicals. PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS: Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.