Certified Medical Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Certified Medical Assistant with AD in Applied Science. AAMA certification required.
• Will accept applicants with a current Medical Assistant Certificate
• At least one-year medical office experience required
• Knowledge and ability to practice aseptic technique when assisting with procedures
• Ability to triage medical/psychiatric problems within scope of job responsibilities
• Ability to take direction from physicians, managers, and providers, and work collaboratively with all levels of management, staff, patients, and vendors
• Interpersonal skills to work with patients and staff of diverse educational, economic, and cultural backgrounds
• Working knowledge of medical terminology
• Thorough understanding of HIPAAs regulations, requirements, and guidelines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting with conflicting demands
• Professional and enthusiastic attitude and demeanor, with a belief in patient-centered care
• Ability to work with emotionally vulnerable patients and digital technology (including email and technology devices)
• Skill in establishing and maintaining complex filing systems, organizing work flow to meet deadlines, and setting priorities that accurately reflect the importance of job responsibilities
• Skill in exchanging ideas and opinions with others to increase efficiency of office procedures
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Professional, Microsoft Word, and various software programs
• Ability to independently perform and complete assignments with minimal direction and supervision
• Must be able to legally work in the United States and provide documentation (2 forms of ID and/or Green Card)
• Must be able to sit and stand at length (up to 8 hours)
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to kneel, bend, and squat

Responsibilities

• Scheduling outside medical orders and referrals
• Collecting blood and urine samples for patient’s medical care
• Coordinating medication supply and refills with case management and residential teams
• Conducting wellness intakes and checks for patients. Consists of obtaining the patient's height, weight, etc.
• Collaborating with the Medical Logistics coordinator and practitioners on protocols and patient care
• Assisting with urine drug screening and medical lab orders
• Collecting medical and medication history for new patients
• Providing support with charting, emailing, and data collection
• Obtaining release of information from appropriate providers, individuals, and facilities to obtain medical records and other relevant information
• Using tact, discretion, and good judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality attention to detail
• Demonstrate high levels of professionalism when communicating in person, by email, or by phone
• Willingness to receive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) training
• Other duties as assigned by the direct or indirect supervisor

Benefits

• medical
• paid and sick time off
• matching 401(k)
• holiday pay
• flexible spending account