Medical Assistant Certified/Registered (SMG)

Pinehurst Medical • Sanford, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports the patient care mission by carrying out medical and administrative tasks in accordance with their scope of practice. Escorts patients to exam rooms, interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients' charts. In addition, coordinates and provides patient support services such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones, greeting patients and registering patients in a patient care area. A day in the life of a PMC Medical Assistant may include: Record vital signs and a chief complaint for the visit on the patient flow sheet form. Run spirometry tests and EKGs on patients and assist the Primary Care Physicians when they are examining patients Review patient records, assuring they are complete with regard to previously ordered studies such as laboratory reports, x-ray reports, electrocardiogram reports, G.I. reports, CT scan reports, bronchoscopy reports, ER visits and physician dictation. Assure that examining rooms assigned are properly equipped with supplies and also assures that all equipment is in working order and orders supplies as needed. Call for pre-certifications and works with patient account representatives and secretary to facilitate referrals. Work between the secretary and nursing personnel to keep the patient flow going smoothly. Practice within in scope of practice for medical/clinic assistants. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• One year of work experience in a clinic setting preferred.
• 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 the ordering of laboratory work or procedures.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to exam rooms, interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients' charts.
• Coordinates and provides patient support services such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones, greeting patients and registering patients in a patient care area.
• Record vital signs and a chief complaint for the visit on the patient flow sheet form.
• Run spirometry tests and EKGs on patients and assist the Primary Care Physicians when they are examining patients
• Review patient records, assuring they are complete with regard to previously ordered studies such as laboratory reports, x-ray reports, electrocardiogram reports, G.I. reports, CT scan reports, bronchoscopy reports, ER visits and physician dictation.
• Assure that examining rooms assigned are properly equipped with supplies and also assures that all equipment is in working order and orders supplies as needed.
• Call for pre-certifications and works with patient account representatives and secretary to facilitate referrals.
• Work between the secretary and nursing personnel to keep the patient flow going smoothly.
• Practice within in scope of practice for medical/clinic assistants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PMC is proud to support the total health and well-being of our team members so they can thrive personally and professionally. That’s why, as part of the PMC team, you’ll have a package of benefits that covers your health, well-being, family, and future.

What This Job Offers

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