Medical Assistant - Mesquite

Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant is responsible for clinical and administrative tasks within their scope of practice. They follow standard operating procedures that support achieving the Quadruple Aim: improved outcomes, improved patient experience, improved clinician experience, and decreased cost of care. The Medical Assistant plays a key patient-facing role in P3’s team approach to care delivery.

About the Role

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of P3 Health Partners
• Verify patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit
• Prepare patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary; reconcile medications; address gaps in care
• Perform various procedures (i.e. venipuncture, ear lavage, medication administration) and specimen handling
• Perform administrative duties such as chart preparation, answering phones, form completion, scheduling appointments, process direct referrals, and schedules follow-up appointments
• Secure patient information and maintain patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Keep supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt
• Keep equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs
• Enhance practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required
• Completion of Medical Assistant course of study, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years clinical experience, including minimum 2 years in a managed care/HMO organization
• Experience applying medical management treatment guidelines and nationally recognized criteria, such as InterQual / McKesson, MCG, or other practical management guidelines required
• Familiarity with EMR’s

Skills

• Friendly and compassionate disposition
• Proficiency with computer, software programs (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel) and internet required
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks based on importance
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Dedication to maintaining confidentiality of all patient records
• Knowledge of medical terminology required
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of vital signs and other clinical skills to obtain and maintain employment

Benefits

Pay Range: $20-26/hr depending on experience

Schedule

Occasional travel may be required to cover at other P3 offices or clinics as directed by management.