Medical Assistant Certified/Registered Float

Pinehurst Medical • Sanford, NC

14h

About The Position

Pinehurst Medical Clinic (PMC) is a locally owned and managed healthcare provider serving Moore, Lee, Cumberland, and Chatham counties and surrounding communities. PMC offers primary and specialty care, with a patient-centered, physician-led approach and the use of current medical technology. The clinic has more than 130 providers, approximately 750 employees, and 16 locations.

The Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks within their scope of practice. Duties include escorting patients to exam rooms, interviewing them, measuring and documenting vital signs, and providing support with appointment scheduling, telephone calls, greeting patients, and registration. The position works with physicians, nursing personnel, secretaries, and patient account representatives to support patient care and clinic operations.

This is a day-shift role, Monday through Friday, with no weekends or holidays. The position is hourly and non-exempt.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification through one of the following regulatory bodies: CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), RMA (American Medical Technologists), CCMA (National Healthcare Association), or NCMA (National Certified Medical Assistant).
• Current CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• One year of work experience in a clinic setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medical supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Prior experience or knowledge of examinations, diagnostics, and treatment room procedures.
• Basic understanding of ICD-10 coding, CPT coding, and medical necessity as related to ordering laboratory work or procedures.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and interview them.
• Measure and record vital signs, including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and record a chief complaint on the patient flow sheet.
• Run spirometry tests and EKGs and assist Primary Care Physicians during patient examinations.
• Review patient records to ensure they include previously ordered studies and reports, such as laboratory, x-ray, electrocardiogram, G.I., CT scan, bronchoscopy, emergency room, and physician dictation records.
• Ensure assigned examination rooms are equipped with supplies, check that equipment is working, and order supplies as needed.
• Call for pre-certifications and coordinate with patient account representatives and the secretary to facilitate referrals.
• Coordinate with secretarial and nursing staff to maintain smooth patient flow.
• Schedule appointments, answer telephones, greet patients, and register patients in a patient care area.
• Practice within the scope of practice for medical or clinic assistants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PMC describes a benefits package intended to support team members' health, well-being, family, and future; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED