Medical Assistant

CenterWell • Morrow, GA

9d • $43,000 - $56,200

About The Position

As a Medical Assistant, you will be a part of the Clinical Care Team engaging with our patients to develop lifelong well-being and health. The Medical Assistant role makes a difference in the patient care we offer and assists physicians and other clinicians by providing a unique blend of skills and knowledge to carry out prescribed medical treatment. Medical Assistants are multiskilled health professionals responsible for performing administrative and clinical tasks in our primary care facilities while delivering outstanding customer service and maintaining positive patient engagement.

Requirements

• Successful completion of MA school/training program and a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant or 5+ years of experience and a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant with approval from Provider
• High school diploma or equivalent
• CPR Certified
• Phlebotomy experience
• This role is considered patient facing and is part of the company's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a cardiology environment
• Medication/vaccine administration experience
• Previous experience in a cardiology setting
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish - must pass proficiency exam prior to foreign language communication
• 1+ years MA experience
• Value Based Care experience including knowledge of HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS Patient Experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations, including taking vitals
• Recording & updating patient medical histories in electronic medical records software
• Performing routine tests and/or screenings such as mammograms, colorectal screening, and EKGs
• Preparing and administering medications, including intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider
• Counseling patients on medication and special diets
• Wound care and changing dressings
• Sterilizing and cleaning equipment and ensuring maintenance of examination rooms
• Collaborates closely with physicians and nurses to ensure top level patient care.
• Highly accurate in collecting phlebotomy samples from senior-aged patients
• Local travel may be required; Mileage will be reimbursed

Benefits

• Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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