Medical Assistant OBGYN
About The Position
The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support within an outpatient OBGYN clinic. Duties include obtaining vital signs, reconciling medications, collecting patient history, and facilitating patient flow. The role also manages the EPIC electronic health record, schedules appointments, processes medication requests, handles prior authorizations, and coordinates tests and procedures. After demonstrating clinical competency, the Medical Assistant may perform EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy. Strong communication and organizational skills are needed to support efficient patient care and providers. Regular on-site presence is required to perform the essential job functions. A retention bonus is available to new hires who meet eligibility criteria.
Requirements
- High school diploma or General Education Equivalency.
- At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic, or similar setting, including hands-on clinical patient care; or graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program that includes hands-on patient experience.
- Successful completion of a clinical competency assessment and Medical Assistant orientation upon hire.
- Basic computer skills.
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
- For Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine, BAT and DOT certifications within 90 days of hire.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Regular on-site presence to perform essential job functions.
Nice To Haves
- Current Medical Assistant certification from AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, or AAMP.
- Graduation from an accredited LPN or RN program with current unrestricted licensure.
- Experience with an EMR system.
Responsibilities
- Obtain patient vital signs.
- Reconcile medications and collect patient history.
- Facilitate patient flow and provide clinical support to providers.
- Manage patient records in EPIC.
- Schedule appointments and process medication requests.
- Handle prior authorizations and coordinate tests and procedures.
- Upon successful completion of clinical competency, perform EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy.
Benefits
- Retention bonus for new hires meeting eligibility criteria.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
