MEDICAL ASSISTANT- DERMATOLOGY

Horizon Health•Paris, IL

8d•$15 - $21

About The Position

Horizon Health is a Critical Access rural health facility with inpatient beds and outpatient clinic settings, including family practice and specialty clinics. The Medical Assistant assists staff and providers with patient care and workflow, using administrative and clinical skills. The role communicates with and assists in the direct care of patients and families, supports timely patient flow, and helps providers deliver optimal care to patients of all age groups. The Medical Assistant is expected to complete assignments proficiently and may work variable hours or float to another clinic location to meet organizational needs. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pay ranges from $15.250 to $20.979 per hour, based on applicable years of experience.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Current BLS certification or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Ability to work variable hours and/or float to another clinic location to meet organizational needs.
Ability to perform complex and varied tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment with interruptions and stress, while remaining organized and timely.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to demonstrate appropriate clinical skills for the position.

Responsibilities

Work as part of the healthcare team and demonstrate job-related technical skills.
Apply computer concepts to office procedures and update computer skills as required.
Conduct patient visit intake, capturing historical and current wellness information, including screenings.
Queue orders and testing for authorized sign-off.
Prioritize incoming communications and results to manage clinical workflows.
Assist with obtaining prior authorizations from insurance companies.
Accurately document information in the electronic health record and complete forms and requisitions as indicated.
Obtain specimens and follow appropriate handling guidelines.
Follow appropriate infection control procedures.
Provide good customer service and demonstrate a friendly, caring attitude toward patients and families.
Build good rapport with coworkers and medical providers and contribute to a pleasant work environment.
Complete and properly document point-of-care testing when performed in the department.
Inspect and maintain the physical environment for patient safety.
Inventory supplies and communicate supply needs.
Communicate with interdisciplinary services about patient needs as indicated.
Listen actively and prioritize patient requests.
Perform other activities in support of the hospital’s goals and objectives as required.