MEDICAL ASSISTANT - GOSHEN - FT DAYS
About The Position
The Medical Assistant performs administrative support duties under the direction of the practice manager and clinical duties under the supervision of a physician or mid-level provider. Administrative work may include scheduling appointments, answering and directing telephone calls, registering patients, collecting and updating demographic information, verifying health insurance coverage, and collecting or processing payments. Clinical duties may include obtaining and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examinations, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by the provider. The role is based at the Goshen Campus in Edwardsville, Illinois, and is a full-time day-shift position of 80 hours.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Medical terminology course or background.
- Experience in a medical setting.
- Ability to complete computer work.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Certification, or willingness to become certified.
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from a medical assistant program.
- Prior experience as a medical assistant.
- Medical assistant certification.
Responsibilities
- Perform general office duties, including patient registration, medical records, scheduling, telephone tasks, and related duties.
- Perform clinical duties, including rooming patients, taking vital signs, recording medical histories, preparing patients for examinations, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by the provider.
- Provide care in a safe and effective manner.
- Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and co-workers.
- Demonstrate flexibility to meet the practice’s staffing needs.
- Maintain a well-organized environment.
- Facilitate accurate and timely patient- and visitor-related activities in an efficient and courteous manner.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
