Medical Assistant Senior

VARIETY CARE INC•Norman, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant Senior performs clinical duties independently and demonstrates consistent proficiency across more than one service line. The role supports efficient clinic flow, accurate clinical documentation, and consistent patient care with minimal supervision. The position may involve floating within or between clinics to maintain business continuity and requires travel between clinics within Oklahoma. The Medical Assistant Senior supports Variety Care’s Patient Centered Medical Home accreditation and its commitment to providing care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable. The role also contributes to the Quintuple Aim of healthcare reform by helping improve care experiences and health outcomes and decrease healthcare costs. The employee is expected to demonstrate integrity, adaptability, sound judgment, accountability, leadership, and open and honest communication. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Medical Assistant certification or at least one year of equivalent experience.
Experience across more than one service line and the ability to independently manage assigned clinical workflows with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in Medical Assistant core competencies.
Complete and pass a CPR course within 90 days of employment.
Ability to travel 15% or more within the state between clinics.
Proficient computer skills, including data entry and typing.
Knowledge of instrumentation used in laboratory point-of-care testing, as directed, within 90 days.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and Variety Care policy.
Ability to communicate effectively with the patient population.
Ability to work in a multifaceted, fast-paced work environment.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
Ability to assist patients onto and off the exam table when asked or directed.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant Certificate; demonstrated proficiency across multiple service lines and independent workflow execution may be considered in lieu of certification.
Bilingual in English and Spanish, including speaking, writing, and comprehension.
Previous clinic, primary practice, or behavioral health experience.

Responsibilities

Independently perform clinical intake duties and manage assigned workflows with minimal supervision.
Demonstrate proficiency across more than one assigned service line, such as Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Women’s Health, or Psychiatry.
Measure, record, and document patient information accurately and completely in the EMR, in a timely manner.
Administer immunizations under provider direction, including reviewing VIS materials, updating OSIIS, and documenting accurately in the EMR.
Collect and process specimens according to established protocols and quality standards.
Apply clinical policies, procedures, and standards to support patient safety and efficient clinic operations.
Use EMR functionality effectively to support clinic flow, documentation accuracy, and patient care.
Identify discrepancies or issues, demonstrate attention to detail, and escalate concerns appropriately.
Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and team members to support coordinated care.
Adapt to workflow changes and assist during high-volume periods.
Accept feedback and incorporate coaching to maintain and improve performance.
Float within or between clinics as needed to maintain business continuity.
Support Patient Centered Medical Home accreditation and the delivery of safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable care.
Work with staff to support the goals of the Quintuple Aim of healthcare reform.
Demonstrate leadership, integrity, adaptability, sound judgment, responsibility, and accountability.
Perform other duties as assigned.