Temp – Medical Assistant (MA) – – (Days) Flint, MI

Maintains a positive public image for the practice by dealing with patients with a high level of courtesy and respect. Responsible for assisting the physician with basic office medical functions to ensure a coordinated approach to patients activities. Works closely with the physicians to ensure expedient, appropriate patient care.

· Performs patient and family education, counseling, and teaching.

· Brings patient into exam room, obtains brief history of complaints, prepares patient for exam and takes vital sign.

· Performs clerical work consisting of, referrals, scheduling appointments with other physicians and facilities, filling out forms, and answering phones.

· Assists physician with exam and procedures as needed.

· Stock rooms, takes care of instruments and autoclaves equipment.

· Assists in the orientation of personnel, with emphasis on nursing aspects.

· Gives injections.

· Attends staff meetings and in-services.

· Assumes charge position as required in absence of supervisory personnel.

· Performs other duties/projects as assigned, or required