Medical Assistant, Part Time - Pediatric Care Saxony
About the role
Join Community Health Network, an organization created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. As a Medical Assistant, you will assist the provider in an ambulatory health care site by facilitating patient visits and procedures, performing routine laboratory tests, managing referrals, and contributing to quality outcomes for the practice population. You will also participate in Network quality initiatives regarding best practices.
Responsibilities
- Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for patient use, including cleaning and stocking supplies.
- Room patients and manage an efficient flow of the provider’s caseload.
- Obtain necessary vital signs, EKGs, and/or specimen collection.
- Document care using the EPIC EMR system.
- Perform Point of Care Testing based on the patient’s chief complaint and available protocols.
- Process referrals and medication refills.
- Maintain positive relationships with patients, providers, and staff.
Requirements
- Graduate or certificate of completion from a recognized medical assisting program OR a High School Diploma/GED plus one year of medical assistant experience in a physician practice within the past three years.
- Medical Assistant certification required within 6 months of hire.
Skills
- Ability to collaborate in a team setting.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Positive attitude toward problem-solving.
Benefits
At Community Health Network, we build teams that deliver exceptional care through empathy, communication, and collaboration. We consider ALL an integral part of the exceptional patient experience. We take pride in fostering a supportive environment where caregivers (not just employees) make a meaningful difference in the community.