Medical Assistant (MFM/OB)

Pediatrix Medical Group•Stockbridge, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant will support physicians and clinical staff in providing specialized patient care by performing both clinical and administrative duties specific to the practiceâ™s area of focus. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. The Medical Assistant's primary responsibilities may vary based on state regulations. Support delivery of high-quality patient experience through excellent customer service and communication with patients, families and other care providers while ensuring a safe patient care environment. Provide assistance to physician and/or advanced practice provider in preparing and conducting medical exams and office procedures under direct guidance and supervision of physician and advance practice provider. Take great care of the patient, every day and every way.TM At Pediatrix & Obstetrix, thatâ™s not only our motto at work each day; itâ€™s also how we view our employees and their families. We know that our greatest asset is YOU. We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits in a vast array of plans that fit your life and lifestyle, supporting your health and overall well-being. Our benefit programs are just one of the many ways Pediatrix & Obstetrix helps our employees take care of themselves and their families. Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nationâ™s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The groupâ™s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. Please Note: Fraudulent job postings/job scams are becoming increasingly common. All genuine Pediatrix job postings can be found through the Pediatrix Careers site: www.pediatrix.com/careers . #PedMA Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. #NCL #CL PI281103877

Requirements

Diploma from an accredited program for Medical Assistants required.
Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred or as required by State
CPR/BLS certification preferred
Experience: 1+ years in an office-based setting preferred.
Must have the ability to follow universal precautions, OSHA standards and HIPAA regulations
Strong verbal and written skills
Superior customer service skills
High level of professionalism
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality

Nice To Haves

MFM or OB experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet and escort patient to exam room, prepare patient for visits by obtaining medical history, current medications, allergies, and chief complaints and document all information in patient medical record.
Assist with patient flow to ensure timely visits.
Support delivery of high-quality patient experience through excellent customer service and communication with patients, families and other care providers while ensuring a safe patient care environment.
Provide assistance to physician and/or advanced practice provider in preparing and conducting medical exams and office procedures under direct guidance and supervision of physician and advance practice provider.
Perform applicable medical procedures collect, and prepare laboratory specimens, administer injections/immunizations, and perform venipuncture, as allowed by state regulations.
Communicate information and instructions to patients as directed by physician, advanced practice provider, or nursing staff and ensure patientâ™s understanding of the information.
Assist with scheduling of tests, treatments, and follow-up appointments, and communicate test results to patients.
Ensure exam rooms are clean and stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, and prepare sterilization as required.
Respond to calls and requests for referrals and appointments, triage and process messages, and requests from patients, clinic staff, referring physicians and pharmacies.
Maintains patient files, records, and other information.