CLN Medical Assistant, Athens-Limestone Center for Digestive and Liver Center, FT

HH Health System•Athens, AL

About The Position

The Medical Assistant delivers direct patient care in a clinical setting, from escorting patients to examination rooms through performing physician-required treatments and procedures and discharging patients. The MA recognizes, reports, and documents clinical observations and is responsible for coding procedures correctly.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current CPR certification.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment.
Ability to perform effectively in emergency and stressful situations.
Ability to read, understand, and respond to detailed oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, physicians, supervisors, and the public.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures.
Effective work habits, including regular attendance, teamwork, initiative, dependability, and promptness.

Nice To Haves

Current Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to examination rooms.
Perform treatments and procedures required by the physician.
Discharge patients.
Recognize, report, and document clinical observations.
Code procedures correctly.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Flexible spending account
Short-term and long-term disability
Retirement account options with 401(k) organization match
Tuition assistance
Student loan reimbursement
On-site training and education opportunities
Employee discounts for phone providers, local restaurants, show tickets, apartment applications, and more