Medical Assistant - Waynesville Clinic | Full-Time, Day Shift, Dual-Posting

Phelps Health•Waynesville, NC

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant works within their skill set to provide patient care as delegated by clinic LPNs/RNs, physicians, or advanced practice providers. The role requires organization, professionalism, excellent customer service, attention to detail, efficient multitasking, critical thinking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position is at the Waynesville Clinic and is full-time, day shift.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Specialist program, or equivalent work experience as a Medical Assistant, or registration/certification as a Medical Assistant.
High school diploma.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and perform the physical activities listed for the role.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a Medical Assistant or other medical specialist; this experience is preferred but not required.
Medical clinic experience.
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential through an approved accrediting organization, such as the American Medical Technologist (AMT).

Responsibilities

Follow hospital patient-safety policies, including infection prevention and safe patient handling, and notify a licensed nurse when a patient's condition changes.
Escort patients to rooms; obtain vital signs and EKGs; verify medications, allergies, medical and family history, and visit reasons according to provider preference; and document accurate information promptly in patient charts.
Route phone messages, patient questions, and telephone communications to appropriate personnel.
Serve as a liaison between the physician or APP and patients, including communicating test results, answering questions, and assisting with return calls.
Assist with medication renewals and authorizations and administer ordered oral, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications.
Perform point-of-care laboratory testing and obtain blood samples and other ordered specimens.
Schedule appointments, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures as ordered; complete related paperwork, prior authorizations, referrals, and documentation promptly.
Monitor supply inventory and clean and stock examination areas.
Help patients or guardians enroll in MyChart and explain the benefits of signing up.
Assist with orienting and training new medical assistants.
Meet work commitments and attendance and punctuality requirements; work independently and as part of a team; accept accountability; adapt to change; maintain personal standards; and stay focused under pressure.