Medical Assistant Neurosurgery
About The Position
The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support within an outpatient neurosurgery clinic. The role includes obtaining vital signs, reconciling medications, collecting patient history, and facilitating patient flow. It also involves managing the electronic health record (EPIC), scheduling appointments, processing medication requests, handling prior authorizations, and coordinating tests and procedures. After successfully completing clinical competency requirements, the Medical Assistant may also perform EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to support efficient patient care and providers. Regular on-site presence is required to perform the essential job functions. Travel may be required based on staffing and operational needs, and flexibility to travel as needed is required. New hires meeting eligibility criteria may qualify for a retention bonus.
Requirements
- High school diploma or General Education Equivalency.
- At least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic, or similar setting, including direct hands-on clinical patient care such as obtaining vital signs, documenting patient history and medications, and performing clinical procedures; alternatively, graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program that includes hands-on patient experience is required.
- Successfully complete a clinical competency assessment and Medical Assistant orientation upon hire; candidates who do not meet required standards will be enrolled in the Medical Assistant Trainee Program for further development and evaluation.
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
- Flexibility to travel as needed to support clinic operations and patient care.
- For Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine, BAT and DOT certifications are required within 90 days of hire.
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.
- Basic computer skills and experience with an EMR system.
Responsibilities
- Obtain vital signs, reconcile medications, and collect patient history.
- Facilitate patient flow and provide clinical support to providers.
- Manage the electronic health record (EPIC).
- Schedule appointments, process medication requests, and handle prior authorizations.
- Coordinate tests and procedures.
- Upon successful completion of clinical competency, perform EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy as needed.
- Travel as needed to support clinic operations and patient care.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package.
- 401(k) plan with match.
- Certification and education reimbursement.
- University partnerships for continuing education.
- Term and long-term care insurance.
- 40 hours of PTO on day of hire.
- PTO sell-back program.
- Company-paid maternity and paternity leave.
- Bereavement leave.
- Compassionate leave sharing program (PTO donation).
- Employee Support Fund for employees in need of emergency financial support.
- Retention bonus for eligible new hires.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
