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Medical Assistant

Kintegra HealthLawndale, NC
just nowOnsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant clinical duties vary according to state law and include taking medical histories and recording vital signs, explaining treatment procedures to patients, preparing patients for examination, and assisting the provider during the examination. They may receive direction from an MD, mid-level provider, RN, LPN and or the assigned supervisor. Administrative duties may include, but not limited to: answering telephones, greeting patients, updating and filing patient medical records, scheduling appointments, handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping. Clinical duties may include, but not limited to: taking medical histories, explaining treatment procedures to patients, preparing patients for examination, instructing patients about medication and special diets, preparing and administering medications, drawing blood and more.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 1 year of related work preferred or OJT for ≥2 years
  • RMA, CMA, or CCMA required
  • BLS/CPR

Responsibilities

  • Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned and within the MA scope of practice. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to vital signs, procedures, and patient education
  • Assist patient in navigating care through the encounter process to minimize ambiguity
  • Accurately document all aspects of patient encounters required for job functions
  • Tracks and document closed loop communication with patients, including but not limited to labs, return calls, refills and more.
  • Communicate with external and internal parties as needed to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Fulfills supportive assignment on time and unprompted. Assignments may include but are not limited performing controls, instrument maintenance, infection control, ordering, sorting, storing supplies, and restocking
  • Patient teaching and care plan support
  • Guard patient privacy and comply with HIPAA regulations at all times
  • Actively participates in QI activities.
  • Participates in staff meetings as required
  • Complete annual competencies within the required time-frame.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in person, by phone and in writing.
  • And other duties as assigned.

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What This Job Offers

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

101-250 employees

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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Medical Assistant salary in the US is approximately $46,000 per year, with a typical range of $41,000 to $52,000.
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