Medical Assistant - Float Pool

Hurley Health Services•Flint, MI

About The Position

Provides general medical assistance to physicians in an office or clinical setting and performs clerical, billing, and processing functions for the assigned work area. The role follows safety and infection-control standards, participates in quality assessment and continuous quality improvement activities, and performs duties courteously and in accordance with the Hurley Family Standards of Behavior. The Medical Assistant works under a physician’s clinical supervision and the administrative supervision of a higher-grade employee, who reviews work for compliance with policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Certified or non-certified Medical Assistant.
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program, including completion of an approved pharmacology course or module.
Ability to type accurately on forms, lists, and similar materials.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written orders.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain required records.
Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with patients, physicians, and other Medical Center staff.
Must obtain BLS certification upon starting the position and maintain certification according to AHA guidelines.

Nice To Haves

One year of medical office experience.

Responsibilities

Take and record vital signs, observe symptoms, record histories, and administer injections and medications under a physician’s direction.
Perform or assist physicians with diagnostic procedures and treatments.
Maintain accurate and complete medical records, obtain information for new records, verify credit and insurance information, and obtain missing reports, test results, and x-rays.
Act as an office receptionist by answering and screening calls, scheduling and confirming appointments, taking messages, and checking in patients.
Perform clerical duties such as preparing supply requisitions, billing, and receiving and recording payments.
Assist patients with problems and provide patient education.
Keep rooms clean and stocked with necessary supplies.
Use computer and information systems to retrieve or enter information.
Apply effective judgment and respond appropriately to the unique needs of the patient age groups served.
Perform other related duties as required.