Medical Assistant | Singing River Cedar Lake Clinic - Biloxi

Singing River Health System • Biloxi, MS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant performs a reasonable scope of clinical and administrative tasks delegated by and under the direct, onsite supervision of the Physician and/or intermediary personnel responsible for patient care management, including physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and registered nurses. The Medical Assistant also assists front-office personnel as directed by the Practice/Office Manager.

The position is at Singing River Medical Clinics – Cedar Lake, Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital. The stated schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The role serves a patient population of all ages and involves customer service, clinical and administrative duties, and use of office technology. The job description notes that duties and working conditions may be revised and that other tasks may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• At least one year of customer service experience performing registration, scheduling, and insurance verification.
• If holding CMA certification, certification or recognition from one of the listed organizations: AAMA, NAHP, AMT, MedCA, NHA, NCCT, or NIHP.
• If holding RMA certification, certification from one of the listed organizations: AMT, AAH, or NAHP.
• Maintain certification according to the certifying organization’s standards.
• Complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• Complete the appropriate level of de-escalation training by the end of the 90-day position orientation.
• Superior customer-service skills and professional etiquette.
• Proficient computer skills, including keyboard proficiency, and ability to use office technology such as telephone and fax, as well as MS Outlook and Word.
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to patients of all ages.
• Strong communication skills, including speaking, enunciation, and written and verbal communication; ability to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, multi-task in complex situations, and maintain attention to detail.
• Emotional stability conducive to working under high stress and ability to maintain collaborative, respectful working relationships.
• Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands described, including frequent movement, repetitive hand and wrist motions, close visual work, and remaining active for extended periods.
• Ability to work assigned schedules, with possible changes to days off, shifts, or weekends according to hospital needs.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a Medical Assistant program accredited by ABHES or CAAHEP.
• At least one year of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical and administrative tasks delegated under the direct, onsite supervision of the Physician and/or intermediary personnel responsible for patient care management.
• Assist front-office personnel as directed by the Practice/Office Manager.
• Apply appropriate professional skills and clinical judgment when working with patients of all ages.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED