Certified Medical Assistant

Palmetto Infusion Careers•Dothan, AL

About The Position

Palmetto Infusion provides ambulatory and home-based infusion services to acute and chronically ill patients. The Certified Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support for the efficient operation of an Ambulatory Infusion Center (AIC), supporting providers and other healthcare team members. The role works under a provider’s clinical supervision for patient-care activities and under the general direction of the designated manager for non-clinical responsibilities. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with Saturdays as needed. The service area is Dothan, Alabama, and the employee may float to nearby clinics as needed. The position requires protecting the confidentiality of protected health information and following HIPAA policies. Palmetto Infusion describes its culture as a connected group of caretakers working to restore health and hope. Its stated values include collaboration, belonging, respect, empathy, and openness to change. Patient advocacy and patient-centered care are emphasized throughout the organization.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Medical Assistant certification from AAMA, AMT, NHA (CCMA), NAHP (NRCMA), or NCCT (NCMA).
BLS certification, or ability to obtain it upon hire.
Prior medical assistant or medical assistant externship experience.
Proficiency with partner programs such as MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to cope calmly with an ambiguous and changing environment while under pressure.
Ability to work as a team member and develop productive, cooperative working relationships with Palmetto Infusion team members.
Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.
Ability to protect sensitive information and comply with HIPAA policies.

Responsibilities

Perform patient visit intake, including insurance and other administrative verifications, taking vital signs and weight, and verifying patient-record data related to the visit.
Collect patient data, including medical and social history.
Review patients’ current medication lists and allergies.
Assist providers as directed during treatments.
Collect specimens and perform phlebotomy.
Administer subcutaneous injections under a provider’s direction.
Prepare, clean, stock, and maintain the clinic.
Assist with patient registration, check-in and check-out, appointment scheduling, and collection of co-pays associated with patient visits.
Assist in emergency situations as directed by a provider or nurse.
Uphold the confidentiality of protected health information and follow HIPAA policies.
Work collaboratively with team members and support patient advocacy and patient-centered care.