Medical Assistant

CVS Health • Atlanta, GA

7d • $19 - $35

About The Position

The Medical Assistant at Oak Street Health gathers necessary medical information to help providers make accurate healthcare decisions. Medical Assistants are important members of Care Teams and collaborate with teammates to provide a strong patient experience and support clinical results. The role involves assisting with patient assessments through screenings and routine diagnostic testing, and requires flexibility, energy, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. Medical Assistants build relationships with Oak Street Health members and report to the Practice Manager or Center Operations Specialist.

Requirements

• State or national certification as required by the state, or graduation from an accredited medical assistant course.
• At least 2 years of experience as a medical assistant.
• CPR or BLS certification.
• Experience with electronic medical records.
• Computer skills and ability to quickly navigate multiple programs, including Gmail, Microsoft Word or Google Docs, and Excel or Google Sheets.
• Proficiency in non-English languages as required by the center's demographics.
• U.S. work authorization.
• Problem-solving skills, professional accountability, and a flexible, positive attitude.
• Strong communication skills and customer service orientation.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 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 on patients’ lives.
• At least 2 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 conducting medication reviews.
• Inventory supplies and stock examination rooms.
• Respond to patient requests for telephone support, including lab results and faxing records to specialists.
• As permitted by state regulations, administer vaccinations and perform point-of-care tests, including A1C, spirometry, EKGs, and blood draws for lab testing.
• Import required documents into the electronic medical record by 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, equipment checks, and checks for expired medications and supplies, and/or help maintain the center laboratory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings options.
• Wellness programs.
• Other resources, based on eligibility.
• Eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program in addition to base pay.

What This Job Offers

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