Medical Assistant Primary Care
About The Position
The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient primary care clinic. The role includes obtaining vital signs, reconciling medications, collecting patient history, and facilitating patient flow. Additional duties include managing the electronic health record (EPIC), scheduling appointments, processing medication requests, handling prior authorizations, and coordinating tests and procedures. After successfully completing clinical competency requirements, the Medical Assistant may also perform EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy. Strong communication and organizational skills are important to support providers and efficient patient care. Regular on-site presence is required to perform the essential job functions. Upon hire, Medical Assistants complete a clinical competency assessment and must successfully complete MA orientation. Those who do not meet required standards will enter the Medical Assistant Trainee Program for further development and evaluation. A retention bonus is reserved for new hires who meet eligibility criteria.
Requirements
- High school diploma or General Education Equivalency.
- At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic, or similar setting, including direct, hands-on clinical patient care; or graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program that includes hands-on patient experience.
- Basic computer skills.
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
- Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine must obtain BAT and DOT certifications within 90 days of hire.
- Successfully complete a clinical competency assessment and MA orientation upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with an electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Current Medical Assistant certification from AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, or AAMP.
- Graduation from an accredited LPN or RN program with current unrestricted licensure.
Responsibilities
- Obtain patients’ vital signs.
- Reconcile medications and collect patient history.
- Facilitate patient flow and provide direct patient care and clinical support.
- Manage the electronic health record (EPIC).
- Schedule appointments and process medication requests.
- Handle prior authorizations.
- Coordinate tests and procedures.
- Upon successful completion of clinical competency, perform EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy as required.
Benefits
- Retention bonus for new hires meeting eligibility criteria.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
