Medical Assistant Med Office Rep
About The Position
As a Medical Assistant, you will help ensure smooth daily operations for patients and the medical team, supporting multiple patients daily depending on physician availability. The role is represented by SEIU-UHW. Responsibilities include preparing patient charts, assisting with patient exams or procedures, relaying physician instructions, administering physician-directed medication, measuring vital signs, managing medical records in charts and the EMR, communicating patient concerns to providers, and coordinating with physicians, insurance companies, and pharmacies regarding medication authorizations and refills. Success in this role requires enthusiasm for helping others, efficiency, and empathy for patients.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED.
- Satisfactory completion of a formal Medical Assistant program pursuant to the Division of Allied Health Professions, or equivalent military training. Equivalency is determined by Dignity Health Medical Foundation HR in conjunction with the State Division of Allied Health Professions.
- Basic Life Support (CPR), upon hire.
- Enthusiasm for helping others, efficiency, and empathy for patients.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA), upon hire.
- Certified Medical Assistant (MMCI), upon hire.
- Registered Medical Assistant, upon hire.
- Medical Assistant Certification: California, upon hire.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patient charts proactively.
- Assist with patient exams or procedures.
- Relay physician instructions to patients.
- Administer physician-directed medication.
- Measure vital signs accurately.
- Manage medical records, including charts and the EMR.
- Communicate patient concerns to providers.
- Collaborate with physicians, insurance companies, and pharmacies on medication authorizations and refills.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
