Medical Assistant (Pediatrics)

Central Ozarks Medical Center•Osage Beach, MO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Central Ozarks Medical Center has been providing quality health care in Central Missouri since 1979. Central Ozarks Medical Center’s staff members are committed to leading the way to healthier communities. COMC offers a wide range of services based on the needs of the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on offering high quality healthcare regardless of insurance status. Our Mission COMC is committed to leading the way to healthier communities by reducing barriers to care, ensuring access for all, and creating a positive working environment of engaged team members with a shared goal. Our Values At COMC, we use the following strategically anchored values to guide all our actions: Selfless Service: We lead by example Approachable: We communicate openly Resilient: We enable and Inspire Passionate: We promote community Responsive: We take action Resourceful: We collaborate

Requirements

Must be CPR certified or become certified during probationary period and maintain certification throughout employment with COMC.
Must maintain CEUs as directed by COMC.
High school diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited medical assistance certification program.
Experience with an electronic health record is preferred.
Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers and regulatory agencies.
Knowledge of fundamental math, adding machine, calculator, and Microsoft office.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Performs all duties and assignments whether or not supervision is present.
Expresses ideas, information, and instruction in a positive and effective manner.
Works cooperatively with coworkers and supervisor. Acts as an effective team member with other employees through cooperation.
Makes reasonable and appropriate decisions.
Readily and effectively adjusts to changing ideas and activities.
Acts as a good role model for other employees.
Shows imagination and innovation in solving problems.
Reliably reports for work as scheduled, willing to work OT when needed.
Follows all safety rules and works in a safe manner.
Produces an acceptable amount of work, of sufficient quality in an appropriate amount of time.
Knowledge of, and compliance with, HIPAA and 340B regulations is required.
Confidentiality of patient information is mandatory.

Nice To Haves

Experience with an electronic health record is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains medical supplies inventory and performing preventative maintenance to keep medical equipment operating.
Verifies patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history, and confirming purpose of visit.
Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; and reporting patient history summary.
Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; and keeping patient information confidential.
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
Keeps supplies ready by inventory stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventative maintenance and calling for repairs.
Serves and protects the practice by adhering to professional standards; facility policies and procedures; and federal, state, and local requirements.
Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, and meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
Other duties as assigned.