Medical Assistant - Neurology - FT - Days - $2,500 Sign on Bonus - MPG - Weston

Memorial Healthcare System•Weston, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of the assigned area or office. The Medical Assistant supports patient care under the supervision of a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or nurse, and helps provide an excellent patient experience. The role includes clinical procedures, patient assessments and documentation, administrative support, and follow-up with patients. For Physician Practices (MPG, MPC, and UCC), the employee must be willing to travel to other locations based on business needs; mileage reimbursement is provided.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited program is required.
Must have one of the following: graduation from an accredited EMT or Medical Assistant diploma program; Medical Assistant registration or certification; or six months of patient care experience.
Six months of patient care experience may substitute for graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant or EMT program.
Requires critical-thinking and effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Must be willing to travel to other locations based on business needs for Physician Practices (MPG, MPC, and UCC).
BLS credential from the American Heart Association or Red Cross is listed as a certification requirement; the posting also lists a grace-period credential option.

Responsibilities

Review and document Social Determinants and provide education and resources as needed.
Perform administrative and clerical duties such as scanning, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
Activate MyChart accounts and ensure telehealth connectivity for scheduled appointments, troubleshooting as needed.
Perform basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection, including phlebotomy and splint application, and set up procedural trays and rooms.
Assist with patient assessments and treatments under the supervision of a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or nurse.
Obtain and accurately document vital signs, height and weight, brief history of current illness or injury, current medications, allergies, required screenings, and other pertinent information.
Round with patients in the practice to help ensure an excellent patient experience.
Manage and facilitate in-basket messages and patient phone calls.
Maintain equipment and medical supplies by reordering, stocking, cleaning and disinfecting according to protocol, and troubleshooting.
Maintain examination areas.
Follow up on reported issues and assist with service recovery.
Review patient charts to ensure imaging is available and pertinent information is obtained before appointments.
Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition and document care provided.
Provide discharge instructions and follow up with patients as needed.
Recognize emergent situations and seek help.