Employee Health Medical Assistant

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois•Janesville, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant role is responsible for performing both clinical and clerical duties within the Employee Health department. This includes providing direct patient care such as respiratory fit testing and vaccinations, assisting with employee recovery and return-to-work processes, and maintaining accurate health records. Clerical duties involve managing appointments, maintaining supplies, scanning documents, and ensuring HIPAA compliance. The position requires a commitment to providing high-quality healthcare and supporting the overall mission of Mercyhealth.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program
BLS certification required within 90 days

Nice To Haves

Work experience or experience in a program with a clinical rotation preferred.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or equivalent certification preferred

Responsibilities

Performs respiratory fit testing for N95 particulate respirators.
Provides vaccinations to partners as part of the flu campaign and other vaccination requirements.
Assist with screening tests and QI projects.
Assist the Employee Health RNs with monitoring employee recovery and facilitating return-to-work processes.
Document all health services provided including assessments, treatments, and follow-ups.
Research and assist in ensuring compliance with OSHA standards and other regulatory compliance.
Other clinical duties as assigned based on department need.
Performs clerical functions such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, responding to file requests, and making outreach calls.
Works with Employee Health leadership to maintain supplies throughout the department.
Scans historical paper documents and uploads documents to appropriate partner profile.
Maintain confidential health records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Other clerical duties as assigned based on department need.