Float Medical Assistant
About The Position
The Medical Assistant at Oak Street Health gathers necessary medical information so providers can make healthcare decisions using accurate information. Medical Assistants are important members of Care Teams and collaborate with teammates to support patient experience and clinical results. The role requires flexibility, energy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills, as well as building relationships with Oak Street Health members. The Medical Assistant assists with assessment of patients’ health conditions through screenings and routine diagnostic testing during appointments. The role reports to the Practice Manager or Center Operations Specialist.
Requirements
- State or national certification, as required by state, or graduation from an accredited medical assistant course.
- At least 1 year of experience as a medical assistant.
- CPR or BLS certification.
- Experience with electronic medical records.
- Computer skills, including the ability to quickly navigate multiple programs such as Gmail, MS Word or Google Docs, and Excel or Google Sheets.
- Proficiency in non-English languages as required by the center’s demographics.
- US work authorization.
- Problem-solving skills, professional accountability, and a flexible, positive attitude.
- Strong communication skills and customer service orientation.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of three years in a Medical Assistant role.
- Successful mastery of the workflow in a previous Medical Assistant position.
- Interest in expanded responsibilities, greater clinical experience, and making an impact in patients’ lives.
- Two or more years of experience working with geriatric patients.
- Phlebotomy Technician Certification.
Responsibilities
- Ensure efficient patient flow by rooming patients promptly, taking vital signs, completing required screenings, and reviewing medications.
- Inventory supplies and stock exam rooms.
- Respond to patient requests for telephonic support, including lab results and faxing records to specialists.
- As permitted by state regulations, administer vaccinations and perform point-of-care tests such as A1C, spirometry, EKGs, and blood draws for lab testing.
- Import required documents into the electronic medical record through scanning or PDF upload.
- Participate in care team meetings to discuss patient care and clinic operations.
- Process orders for durable medical equipment.
- Request medical records from external providers as required by the provider.
- Conduct routine quality control checks as required, including infection control measures and checks of equipment and medication and supply expiration dates, and/or assist in maintaining the center lab.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Retirement savings options
- Wellness programs
- Other resources to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being, based on eligibility
- Eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
