Medical Assistant - Float (32280)

Responsibilities

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned, including checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history; checking vital signs; performing screenings per provider guidelines; assisting providers as needed; charting; phone triage; medication administration; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls, and providing pertinent information.
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned, including sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/X-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; patient check-in and check-out; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; managing and updating charts to ensure that information is complete and filed appropriately.
• Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned, including respecting/promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED), medical assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a college course in medical assisting.
• Experience: Minimum one year of recent experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and/or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office. Experience working in a Gastroenterology practice is preferred.
• Performance Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle; must have a valid automobile insurance with good driving record; be able to travel between the designated region; knowledge of health care field and EMR systems; skill in performing medical assistance tasks appropriately; skill in written and verbal communications; skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families; ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care practices and procedures; ability to project a pleasant and professional image; ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks; ability to multi-task; ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.