Medical Assistant (Alpharetta, GA)

Geode Health of Texas•Alpharetta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Geode Health is seeking a passionate Medical Assistant to support its mission of making mental health care more accessible, affordable, and effective. The Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled member of the physician-office team who performs clinical and administrative functions and communicates with patients and clinical staff in an ambulatory care setting. The role supports providers in delivering high-quality care and helps keep a fast-paced practice operating effectively. The position is based in Alpharetta, Georgia. The pay range is $20.00–$23.00 per hour. Geode Health describes itself as a rapidly growing national provider of outpatient mental health services and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

At least one year of experience working in a medical office and/or mental health setting is preferred.
Experience working with patients experiencing anxiety and depression is preferred.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor and interact effectively with patients in a mental health setting is preferred.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with a team.
Excellent computer skills.
Some experience in healthcare settings is preferred.
Knowledge of working in a clinical setting is preferred.

Nice To Haves

An associate or bachelor's degree is preferred.
At least one year of experience working in a medical office and/or mental health setting.
Experience working with patients experiencing anxiety and depression.
Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor and interact effectively with patients in a mental health setting.
Some experience in healthcare settings.
Knowledge of working in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

Support providers in delivering high-quality health care to ambulatory patients.
Help maintain effective operations in a fast-paced practice.
Measure and record vital signs, including weight, height, temperature, pulse, urinalysis, and respiration rate.
Secure patient information and safeguard medical records to maintain patient confidence.
Adhere to professional standards and help protect the practice.
Respond to verbal and electronic requests for information and assistance using applicable policies, reference tools, and provider instructions.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards, procedures, and legal regulations.
Understand emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations.
Follow applicable policies and procedures.
Complete other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.