About the position
The Medical Assistant is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties which include assisting in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), venipuncture and procedure as directed by the physician within the scope of practice in the State. Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guidelines. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Assists in coverage of the front desk as required. Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS, was formed in 2012 as the physician services unit of UHS. IPM develops and manages multi-specialty physician networks and urgent care clinics which align with UHS acute care facilities. It also provides select services for the Behavioral Health division of UHS. Through continuing growth, IPM operates in 11 markets across six states and the District of Columbia. Our leadership team, practitioners, and teams of healthcare professionals are collectively dedicated to improving the health and wellness of people in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities
- Participates in decision-making and process improvement.
- Communicates effectively within and beyond assigned team.
- Focuses on the problem or issue, not the person.
- Assist with daily clerical operations, including answering multi-phone lines and making copies of documents as necessary.
- Accurately files patient charts; including scanning documents into files as necessary.
- Schedules patient appointments as necessary, return visits and Specialists.
- Pre-authorize prescriptions and clinical tests (CT, MRI, Ultrasound, etc.) as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program required.
- Current BLS/CPR certification required.
- Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year experience as a Medical Assistant.
- Familiarity with medical terminology required.
- Experience with patient check-in and check-out process (according to clinic protocol).
- General medical office procedures.
- Understand end of day cash balancing and charge reconciliation process (according to clinic protocol).
Benefits
- A Challenging and rewarding work environment.
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
- 401(K) with company match.
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
