Medical Assistant I Med Grp

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Rome, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant I provides patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of practice, following applicable policies and procedures and maintaining specialty-specific training and competency. The role supports providers and patients through visit preparation, clinical procedures, laboratory work, testing, medication and vaccine administration, and other clinic operations. The Medical Assistant is cross-trained for relevant specialty or clinic duties and is expected to communicate effectively, work collaboratively, escalate concerns appropriately, and maintain clean, properly stocked work areas and functioning equipment. The position requires age-appropriate care and knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan. The Medical Assistant must assess information about a patient's status and use it to identify age-specific needs and provide care consistent with departmental policies and procedures. This is a full-time position in Family Medicine at the Rome MOB, with a Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. schedule and 40 hours per week. The listed pay range is $21.85–$32.80.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or qualifying alternative education or experience as specified for the applicable division. Some divisions accept structured clinical military training documented on a DD214 or EMT; some accept two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years.
Current American Heart Association BLS certification is required in some divisions; in others, BLS for Healthcare Providers certification must be obtained within 45 days unless the department leader determines it is not required.
Successful completion of Atrium Health’s competency assessment where required.
Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport and maintain positive professional relationships with patients, team members, and physicians.
Proficient computer skills, including keyboarding, navigating a Windows operating system, using email, and exposure to electronic medical records systems.
Customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.
Ability to meet the physical and sensory requirements of the role, including lifting 35 pounds without assistance, functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine-hand manipulation skills.
Ability to work with frequent exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood, and body-fluid hazards and wear protective clothing and equipment as needed.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant certification from an applicable organization, including AAMA, AMT, AAH, NHCWA, NHA, MCMA, NAHP, or NRMA, where applicable.
Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) certification may be required within one year in select areas.

Responsibilities

Follow the Medical Assistant scope of practice, policies, and procedures, and maintain training and competency for the area of specialty.
Perform patient rooming and visit tasks, including vital signs, medication reconciliation, medical history, health maintenance, allergy review, and screenings.
Assist providers with procedures or perform procedures as ordered.
Perform laboratory duties, including venipuncture, specimen collection, labeling and packing, preparation of lab orders and requisitions, and results tracking.
Perform point-of-care testing according to standing or provider orders.
Complete CLIA-approved waived laboratory tests and practice-specific diagnostic testing in accordance with CLIA standards.
Safely administer medications and vaccines according to the rights of medication administration.
Perform assigned clinic duties such as medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety and regulatory log completion, patient messaging, medication and supply ordering, appointment scheduling, and referrals.
Cross-train and perform duties relevant to the specialty or clinic practice within the Medical Assistant scope of practice.
Communicate effectively and promptly, work as part of a team, and escalate concerns appropriately.
Maintain a clean work environment and clean instruments and equipment appropriately.
Ensure equipment and supplies are in working order and work areas are appropriately stocked.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, consistent with department policies and procedures.
Operate equipment necessary to perform the job.