Medical Assistant - Part Time

Inspire Health Medical Group•Fresno, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

A nonexempt, part-time position responsible for preparing patients for exams and procedures; assisting physicians with surgeries and procedures; taking vital signs and measurements; obtaining and processing lab specimens; scheduling appointments, tests, and procedures; and supporting physicians to ensure effective patient flow. The role promotes the purpose, values, and foundations of IHMG throughout the organization and in interactions with customers. The work takes place in a combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings in a well-lighted, well-ventilated space. The position involves considerable walking and standing, patient transfers and mobility assistance, and lifting up to 35 pounds. The Medical Assistant uses standard medical exam and office equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from an accredited medical assistant program.
Current CPR certification.
Knowledge of the health care field, medical terminology, and medical office protocols and procedures.
Knowledge of assisting tasks specific to the medical practice specialty.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.
Ability to perform medical assistant tasks appropriately and within the Medical Assistant Scope of Practice.
Tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
Ability to learn and retain information about patient care procedures.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete designated tasks.
Ability to demonstrate compassion and patience when dealing with patients and their families.
Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
Ability to use appropriate body mechanics for patient transfers and to assist patients with walking and dressing.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One year of work-related experience preferred.
Certified California Medical Assistant preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Welcome patients, visitors, physicians, and staff in a warm, friendly, and professional manner.
Room patients and document vital signs and chief complaints in their charts.
Confirm patients’ current medication lists and other information as instructed by physicians.
Assist physicians with procedures and tests within the Medical Assistant Scope of Practice.
Review patient charts two days before appointments to ensure pertinent information, referrals, and test results are up to date.
Order outside testing, obtain required authorizations, and notify patients of scheduled appointments.
Process prescription refill requests, obtain physician approval, and call or fax approved orders.
Check voicemail regularly and address or respond to inquiries by the end of each day.
Complete physicians’ disability reports and place copies in patients’ charts.
Route completed billing sheets to the appropriate location.
Clean and sterilize instruments.
Maintain OSHA logs and keep them up to date for compliance.
Restock patient rooms daily and inventory and order medical supplies as needed.
Check assigned physicians’ mail daily and notify physicians of patient lab and test results, meeting times, and other relevant information.
Make appointment confirmation calls as needed.
Send new patient packets before first appointments.
Provide backup as instructed by the office manager and/or physician.
Handle medical records requests as needed.