Medical Assistant- Mansfield

Sturdy Memorial Hospital•Attleboro, MA

1d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates and provides care for a group of patients spanning all age groups and cultures for a designated time frame using therapeutic means, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation and other health care team members while assuming responsibility and accountability for these patients. This is a Medical Assistant who has passed the state exam for MA certification.

Requirements

Medical Assistant Certificate
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork ability
Demonstrated ability to interact with patients in promoting an excellent patient experience
Knowledge and use of medical terminology
Reviews, interprets, and manages clinical documentation
Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.
Must have the ability to perform essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Must be able and available to float to other practice locations as needed with reimbursement for mileage.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a two year accredited Medical Assistant program preferred
Knowledge and comfort managing prior authorization and referral process
Familiarity with Cerner EMR environment and office workflows

Responsibilities

Coordinates and provides care for a group of patients spanning all age groups and cultures for a designated time frame using therapeutic means, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation and other health care team members while assuming responsibility and accountability for these patients.
Ability to measure and document vitals, weight, and height
Ability to obtain a basic medical history including chief complaint, medication history, social history, and family history
Prepares exam rooms between patient contact
Maintains clinical competency
Establishes excellent rapport with patients including patient education
Works collaboratively with other health care professionals in providing outcome-oriented care
Ability to prepare the medical chart including importing medications from pharmacy, preloading vaccines, documenting pre-visit forms
Ability to assist in inbox management and refills according to SMA policy
Commitment to patient experience and quality improvement in the outpatient setting
Ability to adapt in a busy office environment to meet care standards