Medical Assistant

Upperline Health • Gainesville, GA

14h

About The Position

Upperline Health is seeking an energetic, compassionate, and driven Medical Assistant to support physicians in delivering complex health services in a clinic setting. The role primarily supports the Gainesville, Georgia clinic and includes clinical and administrative tasks. The Medical Assistant should be flexible, collaborative, eager to learn, and ready to address problems. The position involves patient interaction, care coordination, clinic documentation, and support for exam-room and x-ray procedures. Travel to nearby clinics may be needed.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred.
• Excellent computer skills and strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Previous experience working in an EMR; athenahealth is preferred.
• Effective communication skills, including excellent grammar and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional customer service is highly preferred.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift more than 5 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Podiatry or orthopedic clinic experience.
• X-ray experience.
• Clinical care coordination or care management experience.
• Previous experience assisting or providing care to geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Place patients in exam rooms and ensure they are ready and comfortable for their appointments.
• Complete exam intake, including review of medical, social, and surgical histories and the history of present illness.
• Take patient vitals and complete required documentation in the clinic EMR, athenahealth.
• Provide patient care under the direction of a podiatric physician, including taking x-rays and assisting in the exam room as required.
• Perform daily administrative tasks, such as restocking exam rooms and disposing of exam-room trash.
• Clean and sterilize exam and x-ray rooms after each patient visit and at the end of each day.
• Sterilize equipment.
• Conduct health assessments and complete visits with Upperline Plus patients.
• Conduct telephone outreach and engagement with Upperline Plus patients to coordinate ongoing preventative care.
• Coordinate care, including requesting medical records, managing orders, scheduling appointments, and managing patient care referrals.
• Travel to surrounding area clinics to provide support if needed.
• Perform other related duties as deemed necessary by Upperline Health.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefit options, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Regular weekday clinic hours to support work-life balance.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus.

What This Job Offers

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