Medical Assistant (Athens, GA)

Geode Health of Texas • Athens, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Geode Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support outpatient mental health services in a physician office setting. This multi-skilled role combines clinical and administrative work and serves as a key part of the patient care team. The Medical Assistant interacts with patients and clinical staff in an ambulatory care environment and supports providers in delivering high-quality care. The ideal candidate is motivated by Geode Health’s mission to make mental health care more accessible, affordable, and effective.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with a team.
• Excellent computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience working in a medical office and/or mental health setting.
• Experience working with patients suffering from anxiety and depression.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor and interface well with patients in a mental health setting.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree.
• 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 maintain patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
• Adhere to professional standards to serve and protect the practice.
• Respond to verbal and electronic requests for information and assistance using appropriate policies, reference tools, and provider instructions.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Understand emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations.
• Understand and follow policies and procedures.
• Complete other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible schedule
• Comprehensive administrative support, including front office, accounting, finance, payroll, and HR
• Professional development opportunities
• Clinical community, support, and leadership
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Matching 401(k) plan
• State-of-the-art technology

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed