Medical Assistant - Beloit Clinic Nursing Administration
About The Position
Beloit Health System is growing its team and seeking a motivated Medical Assistant to join the Beloit Clinic team in Beloit, WI. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care while working alongside experienced providers in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The Medical Assistant will be assigned to the Nursing Administration Department at Beloit Clinic, with the unique opportunity to work throughout various busy clinics, supporting a variety of specialties and physicians. This role also involves working at multiple locations including Beloit Clinic, Westside Clinic, NorthPointe Clinic, Clinton Clinic, and South Beloit Clinic. This is an ideal role for a Medical Assistant looking to expand their knowledge in various specialties.
Requirements
- Certified or Registered as Medical Assistant at time of employment (CMA, CCMA, or RMA)
- Must be CPR certified within 3 months of hire
- Strong critical thinking abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication and counseling skills
Nice To Haves
- Two years of clinical experience desirable
- Willingness to learn phlebotomy and point of care labs
- Experience with Electronic Medical Records
- Prior experience in clinic specialty preferred, but willing to train
Responsibilities
- Prepare and review patient charts and documentation prior to appointments.
- Escort patients to examination rooms, obtain and document vital signs, and update electronic medical records.
- Prepare patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Verify that all required consents are completed and documented.
- Assist Providers during examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Maintain complete, accurate, and up-to-date patient records within the electronic medical record system.
- Answer and manage incoming telephone calls, routing concerns appropriately and assisting with patient triage under the supervision of a licensed healthcare professional.
- Support patient and family education by reinforcing instructions and information provided by the Physician or LIP.
- Schedule patient appointments in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner.
- Promote patient safety by following established procedures for medication handling, transportation, and administration.
- Recognize and respond appropriately to the basic physical, emotional, and social needs of patients and their families.
- Adhere to all infection prevention and control protocols.
- Demonstrate proficiency in department-specific software applications and electronic health record systems.
- Perform additional clinic and department responsibilities in accordance with established competencies and standards of care.
- Participate in quality improvement and quality assurance initiatives.
- Monitor inventory levels and ensure clinical and office supplies are adequately stocked.
- Complete assigned duties accurately and within established timeframes to support efficient clinic operations.
- Prepare and rooming patients.
- Obtaining medical histories and vital signs.
- Monitoring patient flow.
- Responding to patient phone messages.
- Administering medications.
- Assisting with diagnostic procedures and treatments.
- Stocking exam rooms.
- Providing support during medical emergencies.
- Assisting with scheduling appointments.
- Obtaining prior authorizations and pre-certifications.
- Processing medication refill requests according to established protocols.
- Completing patient-related forms such as FMLA and disability paperwork.
- Ordering clinical supplies.
- Maintaining clean and organized exam rooms.
- Supporting the overall efficiency of daily clinic operations.
Benefits
- Benefits Eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
