Specialty Medical Assistant

Cardinal Health

1d•$18 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Medical Assistant provides high quality, patient-centered care focused on treating and managing care while ensuring the safety, efficiency and effectiveness of the practice. The Medical Assistant will perform both clinical and administrative duties in a fast-paced medical setting while maintaining professionalism, patient confidentiality, and teamwork. Medical Assistants are responsible for medical services that directly or indirectly provide healthcare to patients. What is expected of you and others at this level Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete standard tasks Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during procedures Perform clinical tasks such as injections, EKGs, and medication reconciliation (as applicable) Accurately document patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR) Schedule appointments, manage phone calls, and assist with referrals and authorizations Maintain exam rooms, stock supplies, and ensure infection control standards are followed Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and clinic policies Collaborate with the healthcare team to support efficient patient flow Works on basic and routine assignments Selects correct processes from prescribed rules or guidelines Work is closely managed and follows detailed instructions Seeks regular guidance and advice from supervisor

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience, preferred
Certified or eligible for certification as a Medical Assistant in the state of employment or completion of a Medical Assisting program
Current CPR certification
Minimum of two years' experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Register new patients.
Assist during medical procedures.
Take vital signs.
Schedule external labs, diagnostic and other follow-up for patients.
Request and obtain necessary clinical documents for the patient’s chart.
Update medical records.
Organize examination rooms.
Sterilize / prepare medical instruments.
Disposal of contaminated supplies.
Follow up on patient calls.
Schedule appointments.
Coordinate dictation schedule.
May assist with verifying health insurance coverage, and other clerical duties.
Regular attendance and punctuality.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Ensures that all processing and reporting deadlines are consistently achieved.
Perform any other functions as required by management.

Benefits

Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Paid time off plan
Health savings account (HSA)
401k savings plan
Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Work-Life resources
Paid parental leave
Healthy lifestyle programs