Medical Assistant

Busy internal Medicine and Primary Care office in Rockledge Florida, is seeking a Medical Assistant for immediate need. Salary starting at $18.00/hr. Pay will be adjusted based on knowledge and experience. Essential Functions: *Clinical duties include taking medical histories, recording vital signs,preparing patients and exam rooms, assisting the physician during examinations, and verifying charts for accuracy and completeness. *Perform routine administrative and clinical task. Assist patients through the checkout process. *Prepares schedule for upcoming appointments and confirms appointments with patients. *Typing and communication skills required. *Instruct patients on medications and review medication list assuring they are current and accurate. *Administer medications and vaccinations as directed by physician. *Acts on behalf of the provider to authorize medication refills as directed. Sends prescription information to the pharmacy electronically or via telephone. *Obtains necessary authorizations for medications, diagnostic studies and referrals for carriers. *Clean and sterilize equipment and dipose of contaminated supplies or biohazard waste in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. *Provides patient education as directed by the provider and maintains educational material invetory. Please respond with resume.