Medical Assistant

Singing River Health System • Hurley, MS

10d • Onsite

About The Position

At Singing River Health System, the Medical Assistant (MA) performs a reasonable scope of clinical and administrative tasks in a caring and professional manner. Tasks are delegated by and performed under the direct, onsite supervision of the Physician and/or intermediary personnel responsible for patient care management, including physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses. The MA also assists front office personnel as directed by the Practice/Office Manager. The role is located at Singing River Surgical Services - Hurley.

The position has two listed schedule options: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, or Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Shifts are 10 hours, four days a week, with some Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:00 noon. Management may revise the job or assign other tasks as needed.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• At least one year of customer service experience performing registration, scheduling, and insurance verification required.
• If certified as a CMA, certification or recognition must be from an accepted organization: AAMA, NAHP, AMT, MedCA, NHA, NCCT, or NIHP.
• If certified as an RMA, certification must be from AMT, AAH, or NAHP.
• Maintain certification according to the certifying organization’s standards.
• Complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• Complete the appropriate level of de-escalation training by the end of position orientation, within 90 days.
• Demonstrate strong customer service, professional etiquette, communication, decision-making, and assessment skills.
• Be proficient with computers and keyboarding, office technology such as telephone and fax, MS Outlook, and Word.
• Be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, handle complex situations, multitask, and maintain collaborative working relationships.
• Be able to work assigned schedules, with possible changes to days off, shifts, or weekends according to hospital needs.
• Meet the stated physical and sensory demands, including extended activity, frequent movement around the office and facility, travel to another facility within the SRHS service area, repetitive keyboard use, and close visual and hearing tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a Medical Assistant program accredited by ABHES or CAAHEP.
• At least one year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated clinical and administrative tasks under the direct, onsite supervision of the Physician and/or intermediary personnel responsible for patient care management.
• Assist front office personnel as directed by the Practice/Office Manager.
• Apply appropriate professional skills and clinical judgment when working with patients of all ages.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED