Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine - Part Time

Best Care•Omaha, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant for their Internal Medicine clinic at Methodist Physicians Clinic - HealthWest in Omaha, NE. This role focuses on providing exceptional care within a culture called 'The Meaning of Care,' emphasizing compassion and community service. The position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment. The Medical Assistant will assist physicians in daily activities, including patient preparation, phlebotomy, injections, order entry, scheduling tests, and managing phone calls.

Requirements

Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program required.
Program must include an externship/preceptorship in a clinical setting OR must have 6 months of current experience working in the capacity of a medical assistant.
OR Currently enrolled in a nursing program with half of nursing courses completed required. Transcripts must be provided indicating classes have been passed.
Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures required.
Skill to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.
Skill to proficiently type information into the computer.
Ability to provide caring patient care services.
Ability to critically listen to questions and convey information effectively.
Ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve problems.
Ability to problem solve and be flexible.
Ability to learn and proficiently navigate through computer programs.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Able to follow written and verbal instructions/directions.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) understanding.

Nice To Haves

6 months previous medical assistant experience preferred.
Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.
Medication Aide Registry (MAR or MAR.40) required within 2 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

Documents all lab, procedures, and appointments on tracking forms and follows up on missed appointments and procedures.
Assists Health Coaches by working patient lists and scheduling appointments as directed.
Provides patient and family education and recommends appropriate community resources as needed.
Performs telephone triage to determine patient needs, recording and reporting patient condition to the provider, and advising patients based on provider instructions.
Maintains clean and organized work areas and equipment.
Handles prescription renewals/inquiries by discussing questions with the provider and relaying information to the pharmacy.
Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the patient.
Prepares exam rooms and equipment for patient examinations.
Prepares patients for provider exams by reviewing medical records, weighing patients, checking vital signs, performing medication reconciliation, and obtaining relevant patient information.
Assists providers by retrieving tests and medical records and obtaining lab work as directed.
Dispenses medications to patients at the direction of a provider.
Assists and/or performs phlebotomy with proper labeling and handling of specimens, accurately completing requisitions, and collecting specimens.
Ensures accuracy of order entry and completes appropriate documentation.
Orders and schedules tests as directed by providers.
Answers and returns phone calls and messages according to protocol.
Provides test results according to protocol.
Accurately completes pharmacy requests.