Medical Assistant

PrimeCare Medical•Ebensburg, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

PrimeCare Medical is seeking an enthusiastic, hard-working Certified Medical Assistant to work in the Medical Department at the Cambria County Jail in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania. The role handles daily medical and administrative tasks, including medical-record requests, administrative reports, Continuity of Care releases, and other medical duties. The full-time position has a mixture of day, evening, and night shifts.

Requirements

Complete an approved Medical Assistant program.
Have clerical experience and the ability to type.
Have at least 2 years of experience as a medical assistant or in medical office administrative support.
Be able to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
Have patient assessment skills.
Have effective communication skills and a pleasant telephone manner.
Be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Have working knowledge of office and medical equipment and medical terminology.
Have strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Have strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Be able to work with confidential matters and information.

Responsibilities

Maintain examination and treatment areas.
Verify medications and medical information.
Maintain medication records.
Answer the telephone and process calls.
Maintain the filing system and protect the confidentiality of information.
Provide administrative and clerical support to the medical department, including typing reports, letters, and memoranda.
Enter data and scan documents into the computer.
Assist with credentialing new hires.
Maintain the staff log.
Schedule transports.
Assist with billing.