Medical Assistant

Upperline Health • Southaven, MS

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Upperline Health is seeking an energetic, compassionate, and driven Medical Assistant to support physicians delivering complex health services in a clinic setting. The role primarily serves the Southhaven, Mississippi clinic and includes clinical and administrative responsibilities. The Medical Assistant works with an interdisciplinary team and must be flexible, collaborative, and eager to learn. The position may also involve travel to nearby clinics to provide support when needed.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred.
• Podiatry or orthopedic clinic experience is preferred.
• Excellent computer skills and strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Previous experience working in an EMR; athenahealth experience is preferred.
• Effective communication, excellent grammar, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform desk-based computer work and direct patient interaction.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift more than 5 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• X-ray experience.
• Clinical care coordination or care management experience.
• Previous experience assisting or providing care to the geriatric patient population.
• Exceptional customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for appointments by placing them in exam rooms and ensuring they are comfortable and ready to see the physician.
• Complete exam intake, including reviewing medical, social, and surgical histories and the history of present illness.
• Take patients’ vital signs and document required information in the clinic EMR, athenahealth.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a podiatric physician, including taking x-rays and assisting in the exam room as needed.
• Restock exam rooms and dispose of exam room trash.
• Clean and sterilize exam and x-ray rooms after each patient visit and at the end of each day; sterilize equipment.
• Conduct health assessments and complete visits with Upperline Plus patients.
• Conduct telephonic outreach and engagement with Upperline Plus patients to coordinate ongoing preventative care.
• Coordinate care, including requesting medical records, managing orders, scheduling appointments, and managing patient care referrals.
• Travel to surrounding area clinics to provide support if needed.
• Perform other related duties as deemed necessary by Upperline Health.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefit options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), and PTO.
• Regular weekday clinic hours supporting work-life balance.
• Supportive interdisciplinary team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed