Primary Care Medical Assistant
University Cancer & Blood Center · Watkinsville, GA · 2 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
University Cancer & Blood Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our dynamic team. We are looking for someone who is passionate about providing excellent patient care and supporting our mission.
Responsibilities
- Meets and greets patients
- Reviews requests for release of patient information to ensure HIPAA compliance
- Maintains and organizes physicians' schedules
- Completes referrals, prior authorizations, and communicates with patients about future appointments
- Performs lab duties such as phlebotomy, order entry, venipuncture, and proper handling of tubes
- Coordinates calls and refills prescriptions for pharmacies
- Records vital signs, performs EKGs, spirometry, and other non-complex office procedures
- Triage patients, including vital signs, height, weight, and medical history
- Aids physicians during exams, administers injections and immunizations, and administers medications
- Performs emergency life-saving procedures and in-office tests as necessary
- Stocks and cleans exam rooms daily
- Performs other assigned duties as directed
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- Accreditation from a Medical Assistant program preferred
- 1 year of primary care/family medicine experience
- BLS certification required
Qualifications
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and basic computer skills
Skills
- Basic computer skills
- Phlebotomy skills
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Emergency response training
Benefits
At University Cancer & Blood Center, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Pay
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Schedule
This is a full-time position located at our Primary Care office in Watkinsville, GA.