The Medical Assistant receives patients at the time of visit and supports the physicians and other clinical staff in the delivery of health care to patients by performing a variety of medically-related tasks to ensure smooth patient flow. Key responsibilities include reception duties, administrative and clerical support, and assistance with patient procedures. Greets and registers patients, completes forms, collects and enters patient demographic and billing information, prepares charts, schedules appointments, updates electronic medical records as appropriate and collects payments in accordance with cash handling policies and procedures. The employee may be required to support other clinical practices in the organization where their skills and qualifications align. Education Non Degree Program Graduate from a medical assistant program Required Other Combination of relevant education and experience in lieu of attending a medical assistant program Preferred Experience 1 year ex
Required Skills
Required Experience
• High school diploma, related experience in the industry is a plus.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Must have unrestricted use of a licensed and insured vehicle in good, safe operating condition that can be used on the job for both personal and sample transportation in all ambient weather conditions. Must possess a valid current driving license and meet the requirements of AmSpec Safe Driving Policy.
• Must be ready to accept job assignments at any time, 24 x 7, including scheduled days off. Overtime must be worked as required to meet the needs of the branch office. Must be willing to work shifts if required by location.
• Must be able to work in refineries, terminals, and on-board marine vessels as necessary.
• Must respond to communications from the office and be available at all times.
• Attendance at monthly safety meetings is required.
Working Conditions
The employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. AmSpec provides product
information, training and personal protective equipment to protect employees from exposure to potentially harmful levels
of those materials. The employee will be required to work outdoors in all levels of adverse weather conditions. Work may
be required to be performed in refineries, tank farms, terminals and on board barges, ships, railcars and tank trucks. The
noise level in the work environment may be high at times. Local and on occasion long distance travel may be required.
Physical Requirements
Comply with the requirements of AmSpec D&A Policy
Pass an annual Pulmonary Fitness Test.
Pass a physical examination by a physician designated by AmSpec, both before employment and at any time during
employment upon request of AmSpec Services to confirm the Surveyor’s ability to perform the essential job functions of
the position.
Qualify annually for a Respirator Fit Test.
Qualify annually, based on the results of an OSHA- designated blood test, for work in areas containing certain levels of
Hydrocarbon Vapors.
Be able to safely perform inspection work while wearing required safety equipment, regardless of ambient weather
conditions.