Medical Assistant - W. Sunset

P3 Health Partners•Las Vegas, NV

11d

About The Position

People. Passion. Purpose. At P3 Health Partners, our promise is to guide our communities to better health, unburden clinicians, align incentives and engage patients. We are a physician-led organization relentless in our mission to overcome all obstacles by positively disrupting the business of health care, transforming it from sickness care into wellness guidance. We are looking for a Medical Assistant . If you are passionate about your work; eager to have fun; and motivated to be part of a fast-growing organization in Las Vegas, NV then you should consider joining our team . Medical Assistant Overall Purpose : The Medical Assistant is responsible for clinical and administrative tasks within their scope of practice. The Medical Assistant follows standard operating procedures that support achieving the Quadruple Aim: improved outcomes, improved patient experience, improved clinician experience and decreased cost of care. The Medical Assistant fulfills a key patient facing role in P3’s team approach to care delivery.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required
Completion of Medical Assistant course of study, or equivalent experience
2+ years clinical experience, including minimum 2 years in a managed care/HMO organization
Experience applying medical management treatment guidelines and nationally recognized criteria, such as InterQual / McKesson, MCG, or other practical management guidelines required
Familiarity with EMR’s
Friendly and compassionate disposition
Proficiency with computer, software programs (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel) and internet required
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to learn quickly
Ability to handle a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks based on importance
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work independently or as part of a team
Dedication to maintaining confidentiality of all patient records
Knowledge of medical terminology required
Ability to demonstrate knowledge of vital signs and other clinical skills to obtain and maintain employment

Responsibilities

Promote the mission, vision and values of P3 Health Partners
Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit.
Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary; reconcile medications; address gaps in care.
Performs various procedures (i.e. venipuncture, ear lavage, medication administration) and specimen handling.
Perform administrative duties such as chart preparation, answering phones, form completion, scheduling appointments, process direct referrals and schedules follow-up appointments.
Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential.
Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
Enhances practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.