LEAD MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Internal Medicine

UHS•Denison, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Medical Assistant is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties, which include assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), performs venipuncture and procedures as directed by the physician within the scope of practice in the State. Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guideline. Prepares treatment rooms for the examination of patients. Assists in covering the front desk as required. Assists the Practice Manager in leading the clinic to deliver high-quality quality effective care. Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS, was formed in 2012 as the physician services unit of UHS. IPM develops and manages multi-specialty physician networks and urgent care clinics that align with UHS acute care facilities. It also provides select services for the Behavioral Health division of UHS. Through continuing growth, IPM operates in 12 markets across six states and the District of Columbia. Our leadership team, practitioners, and teams of healthcare professionals are collectively dedicated to improving the health and wellness of people in the communities we serve.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Certified Medical Assistant Program completion
Current BLS/CPR certification required
Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Medical Assistant
Fluency with medical terminology is required.
Experience with the patient check-in and check-out process
General office procedures
Understand end-of-day cash balancing and charge reconciliation process (according to clinic protocol)
Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Must be able to perform courteously and professionally in all interactions.
Must be able to remain calm and focused in an emergency
Must be able to see with corrective eyewear
Must be able to hear clearly with assistance

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician
Interviewing patients
Measuring vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height)
Performing venipuncture and procedures as directed by the physician within the scope of practice in the State
Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guideline
Preparing treatment rooms for the examination of patients
Assisting in covering the front desk as required
Assisting the Practice Manager in leading the clinic to deliver high-quality quality effective care