Medical Assistant
About the role
The Medical Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our healthcare services. This position is responsible for providing high-quality patient care and support to our medical team, which directly impacts patient outcomes and satisfaction. The Medical Assistant will assist in various clinical tasks, including taking vital signs, performing venipuncture, and managing electronic health records. By effectively communicating with patients and healthcare professionals, the Medical Assistant helps to create a welcoming and efficient environment. Ultimately, this role is vital in facilitating the delivery of exceptional healthcare services to our patients.
Responsibilities
- Take and record patients' vital signs and medical histories accurately.
- Manage electronic health records, ensuring all patient information is up-to-date and confidential.
- Answer multi-line phone calls, schedule appointments, and handle patient inquiries with professionalism.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to assist in patient care and address any issues that may arise during appointments.
Skills
- Vital signs measurement and medical assisting skills.
- Familiarity with electronic health records.
- Strong communication skills.
- Critical thinking skills.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-2 years' experience in a healthcare setting or similar role.
- Basic computer skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Completion of a medical assistant training program.
- Experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in gastroenterology.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish) to assist a diverse patient population.
Benefits
We offer competitive base salary, generous benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Voluntary, Time-Off Benefits, EAP, 401K and Commuter Benefits.