Medical Assistant-- CHC of Bristol - Full Time

Role And Responsibilities

• Applies evidence-based guidelines from major regulatory and specialty groups.
• Performs pre-visit preparation for all primary care patients scheduled to be seen.
• Collaborates with the primary care nurse and provider during “e-huddles” using the Planned Care Dashboard to ensure complete and thorough primary care visits.
• Prepares patients for virtual telehealth sessions using Zoom technology, including setting up virtual exam rooms, admitting patients, and pre-visit preparation.
• Schedules and supports administrative tasks such as collecting paperwork, requesting records, and scheduling follow-up visits for clinical teams.
• Facilitates appropriate telehealth patient flow by preparing patients for visits and supporting clinical teams.
• Accurately documents chief complaints and results from evidence-based screening tests.
• Independently and accurately performs and documents patient vital signs and CLIA-waived tests, EKG, hearing, and vision tests.
• Prioritizes work responsibilities to decrease waiting times and collaborate with providers and staff to improve patient flow.
• Supports the health care team by assisting other team members as needed and appropriately scheduling tests and referrals for specialty care.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe working environment by overseeing the maintenance of supplies and documenting in medical logs.
• Stocks exam rooms and cleans rooms at the end of each shift while adhering to infection control standards and safety policies.
• Maintains CPR certification annually.
• Exhibits excellent customer service skills and maintains confidentiality of patient information.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant course from an accredited/recognized school.
• AAMA, NHA/AMT board certification or achieved within 90 days of hire.
• EKG use, appointment scheduling, word processing, and computer skills.
• Sound organizational skills and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Team-focused and demonstrates leadership qualities.
• CHC requires current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED (CPR/FPR/AED) certification or equivalent.

Preferred Skills

• Bilingual.
• Expert knowledge of the electronic health record.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• CPR Certified.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires manual dexterity for clinical tasks.
• Moderate physical activity including standing, walking, and lifting.
• Potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and/or biohazardous material.