Medical Assistant

Medi-Weightloss•Warwick, RI

About The Position

Medi-Weightloss of Warwick, RI is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant with front office expertise to support its personalized wellness and weight-loss programs. The role combines clinical responsibilities—including obtaining patient vitals, performing EKGs and phlebotomy, and administering IM injections—with administrative and patient-service duties. Clinical duties may vary based on credentials. The position is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday.

Requirements

Medical Assistant certification.
Phlebotomy experience.
Front office experience, including knowledge of insurance and VOB.
Clinical experience in EKG and phlebotomy.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience and training in exercise.

Responsibilities

Obtain patient vitals and perform EKGs and phlebotomy.
Administer IM injections.
Prepare laboratory order forms and obtain patient laboratory results.
Assist physicians or mid-level practitioners with patient referrals to other healthcare professionals.
Document patient progress notes in patient charts and/or the EMR.
Make follow-up calls to discuss patient progress and address concerns.
Use a multi-line phone system to answer and appropriately route incoming calls.
Refer non-routine, sensitive, or complex requests to the appropriate staff member.
Greet patients, maintain a friendly environment, and provide exceptional patient service.
Assist with monitoring daily inventory levels of clinical and office supplies.
Scan and upload documents into patient files daily.
Train additional staff on daily procedures when requested by the office manager and/or physician.
Participate in clinic marketing efforts and support clinic profitability and success.
Perform other clinical duties as required.