Certified Medical Assistant - Westside Family

About the role

Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider (Physician or Advanced Practice Provider).

Assist with treatment ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse.

Perform select clinical duties.

Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients charts.

Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.

Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.

Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies.

Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.

May document the provider's encounter with patients.

List all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider.

Transcribe patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider (Physician or Advanced Practice Provider).
• Absorb and apply new information quickly and effectively.
• Perform select clinical duties.
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients charts.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
• Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies.
• Aid in maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
• Document the provider's encounter with patients.
• List all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider.
• Transcribe patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required: Medical Assistant specializing in Registered obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Certified Medical Assistant obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Education: High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options.

Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.

Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.

Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning.

Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources.

Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits.

Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

40 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm.

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