Medical Assistant- Rural Health Clinic

POSITION PURPOSE

Under general supervision of the Clinic Manager and Physician, the Medical Assistant assists with patient care, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks.  Serves as a patient advocate within the health care system. Assists with the safety, comfort, care, and treatment of patients according to established standards.  Participates in the Hospital’s Quality Improvement and Service Excellence programs.  Demonstrates understanding of the philosophy, objectives, and adheres to policies and procedures of the department and organization.  Conveys a positive image of the practice.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible.  However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the...