Medical Assistant

RENAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES LTD • Albuquerque, NM

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The medical assistant is a medical support professional that performs a variety of tasks to assist physicians in providing excellent patient care, while ensuring the clinic runs smoothly and efficiently. Medical assistants are also required to complete administrative tasks, while practicing excellent communication with patients and physicians. The medical assistant works directly under the supervision of the clinical manager and the physician. Successful medical assistants must have a good understanding of medical terminology to be able to read and understand patients’ charts.

Requirements

• BLS certification required.
• High school diploma
• Medical assistant certification
• Knowledge of EHR system
• Exceptional customer service.
• 1+ year of Medical Assistant experience

Nice To Haves

• Anticipates physician needs without prompting.
• Possesses coordination skills, is orderly, and conscientious.
• Has problem sensitivity to recognize when something is wrong or will go wrong.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Good understanding of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the patient exam rooms, provides direct patient care by taking medical histories, charting, completing all vital signs and collects body fluid samples.
• Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by guarding all electronic medical records along with prepping the patient record before the patient visit.
• Maintains supplies by inventorying on hand stock, placing orders, and verifying receipts.
• Troubleshoots equipment and calls for repairs when needed.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal state, and local requirements.
• Communicates regularly in a positive manner with the Clinical Manager, Nephrologists and other team members, hospitals and dialysis facilities regarding all patient related issues.
• Responsible for all other duties/procedures requested by Clinical Manager and/or Medical Providers.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401K
• PTO accrual on day 1
• paid sick time
• 7 paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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