Medical Assistant (10359)

NOTCH•Fairfax, VT

13d•Onsite

About The Position

To provide clerical and clinical assistance to medical providers in the delivery of patient health care. This role involves direct patient care, administrative tasks, and supporting medical providers during procedures and exams. The Medical Assistant will also be responsible for maintaining medical supplies, ensuring sanitation of exam rooms, and participating in quality improvement projects.

Requirements

Ability to perform venipuncture, administer injections, and complete CLIA waived lab tests
Knowledge of correct specimen handling procedures
Knowledge of medical terminology
Knowledge of OSHA manual and standards, including appropriate hazardous waste handling and disposal
Knowledge of billing codes and procedures
Ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize work load
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Computer skills
Ability to function within a team environment to achieve stated objectives
High School Diploma
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or ability to obtain certification.

Nice To Haves

2 years Medical Assistant experience preferred.
Medical Assistant Certification or Degree in Medical Assisting preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs the duties of a receptionist.
Interacts with patients and members of the care team to provide a range of care services.
Direct patient care, Room patients, Perform vital signs, Perform injections.
Triages medical needs under the direct supervision and collaboration of a Provider.
Updates medical data, medications, and health problems in charts.
Assists medical providers during procedures and exams.
Handles referrals and phone calls to other provider offices for appointments; makes “callbacks” or follow ups for medical concerns as necessary.
Collects specimens for outside laboratory testing and performs basic in-house laboratory tests.
May execute organization approved standing orders per written procedure.
May initiate and/or execute age-appropriate preventive care measures (within scope of practice).
Engage patient in self-management action planning.
Assists Provider with patient education and instructions, self-management tools, and counseling on healthy behaviors.
Effectively communicates with patients using techniques such as motivational interviewing when appropriate.
Verifies presence of superbill and checks charts for insurance changes and patient information.
Prepares prior authorizations.
Transcribes telephone messages from prescription line.
Maintains appropriate levels of unexpired medical supplies on crash cart and in clinic.
Maintains sanitation of exam rooms and equipment (wipes down thermometers, otoscopes, exam tables, etc.).
Enter child vaccinations on Vermont Department of Health website.
Conducts Medicaid and Sliding Fee chart reviews.
Monitors fax machine and distributes faxes.
Participates in Quality Improvement projects under the direction of the Nursing Supervisor and/or Office Manager.
Participates in training sessions, monthly and daily staff meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.