Medical Assistant - Phoenix FM (application only for current Esse Health employees of Washington FM)

Esse Health•Washington, MO

15d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an internal application for the Medical Assistant position in the Phoenix Family Medicine office. This is an outpatient clinical practice with a full-time opening. The Medical Assistant is highly visible in their interactions with patients and must therefore project a positive office image at all times, including smiling, greeting patients with enthusiasm, and maintaining an upbeat, positive attitude in all interactions with patients and coworkers. The role requires a willingness to assign high priority to patient comfort and satisfaction, and the ability to communicate effectively and to work compatibly with physicians, coworkers, and employees in other departments.

Requirements

Formal training which will probably be indicated by a graduation certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
CPR Certification.
PC/Windows proficiency.
Medical coding familiarity.
Willingness to assign high priority to patient comfort and satisfaction.
Ability to communicate effectively and to work compatibly with physicians, coworkers, and employees in other departments.

Responsibilities

Perform back office functions
Assist the provider in the interviewing, examination and treatment of patients
Measure vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height
Perform phlebotomy
Document patient care accurately and efficiently in the electronic health record (NextGen)
Coordinate care with other members of the healthcare team