Medical Assistant - Urbana Urgent Care - Emergency Relief

Frederick Health values and promotes a diverse workforce. Multi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

About the role

The Medical Assistant (MA) performs clinical duties and some administrative functions under the direction of medical group providers. Responsibilities include preparing patients for examination, taking and recording vital signs, patient histories, and assisting with various procedures. This position also handles prescription refill and pre-authorization tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and assist providers with procedures.
• Take and record vital signs and patient histories.
• Perform clinical duties under the direction of medical group providers.
• Manage electronic prescription refills and prior authorizations.
• Support provider tasks and handle phone calls from patients.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients of all age categories.
• Model sensitivity to patients, including effective telephone and verbal communication in emergency situations.
• Maintain current knowledge and skills in providing care for patients from neonate to geriatric.
• Possess excellent customer relations skills to avoid antagonism, conflicts, and undue anxiety.
• Utilize keyboard and computer skills effectively.

Requirements

• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Must pass all competencies related to Medical Assistant duties.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of employment.

Qualifications

Preferred, but not required:

• Medical Assistant certification
• LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
• Pharmacy Technician certification
• Emergency Medical Technician certification
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable health, dental, and vision insurance offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment (for employees working at least 20 hours per week).
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term income replacement, and long-term disability for eligible employees.
• Robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees.
• 403B retirement plan with employer match for eligible employees.
• Free financial planning sessions for all employees.
• Educational assistance program to support your education goals.
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. Non-exempt positions may include shift differential and/or overtime pay, if applicable.

Hourly rate: $20.00 - $27.77

Schedule

Emergency relief, as needed. Minimum of 24 hours per month required.