Medical Assistant - Home Visits

OVP Health Care•Huntington, WV

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides patient care and assists the medical provider with necessary duties and responsibilities, including when meeting patients in their homes. The role works in a professional office environment and in patient homes, and includes office testing, medication-related coordination, and administrative support for referrals and prior authorizations. The position description may be reviewed and changed to meet OVP Health Care’s needs and contractual obligations.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least 1 year of medical experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Clean driving record.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
Ability to perform job responsibilities in a facility and outside the facility, including in areas with multiple levels and no elevator or mechanical transportation.
Ability to operate a computer and keyboard.

Nice To Haves

Attending an accredited medical assisting program.
In the process of obtaining licensure as a Certified Medical Assistant.
CPR.

Responsibilities

Assess the full scope of patient needs and assist the medical provider during home visits.
Identify, correct, and report health and safety hazards to help provide a safe environment for patients and employees.
Cooperate with the distribution of resources to maintain a therapeutic environment.
Maintain interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, and coworkers.
Pursue planned and continuous professional growth and development in support of accountability for medical practice.
Use knowledge and judgment to meet patients’ medical needs.
Assist with calling in medications for home-visit patients.
Maintain prior authorizations and referrals for medical services.
Assist with EKG and PFT testing in the office.
Perform other duties as assigned.