Medical Assistant
About The Position
The Medical Assistant assists physicians and nurses with patient care, including clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks, to support patient satisfaction. In addition to core Medical Assistant responsibilities, this role is a key team resource for day-to-day workflow issues and office procedures. The Medical Assistant must demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to assess, plan care for, and provide services to frail elders according to assigned responsibilities and Community LIFE standards. Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly that helps older adults remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence, and quality of life. Its team of geriatric care professionals works in specialized Day Centers and provides services including medical care, social services, meals, activities, and transportation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Successful completion of a Medical Assistant program or national medical assistant certification from AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, or NHA.
- Two years of patient-care experience in an acute care setting.
- Basic computer skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and examination, diagnostic, and treatment room responsibilities.
- Good verbal and written skills.
- Demonstrated ability to perform duties required as a Medical Assistant.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to deliver services in a compassionate, responsive, and courteous manner.
- Dependability, resourcefulness, and flexibility.
- Ability to work effectively with staff, participants, providers, and referral sources.
- Interest in geriatrics and community-based programming.
- Ability to appreciate and enjoy working with elderly individuals.
- Phlebotomy training.
Responsibilities
- Assist physicians and nurses with patient care, clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks.
- Support patient satisfaction.
- Serve as a key team resource for day-to-day workflow issues and office procedures.
- Assess, plan care for, and provide services to frail elders according to assigned responsibilities and Community LIFE standards.
- Perform Medical Assistant duties, including examination, diagnostic, and treatment room responsibilities.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Four weeks of paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Company contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee appreciation events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
