Medical Assistant Jobs in Oakland, OK

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification through one of the following regulatory bodies: CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), RMA (American Medical Technologists), CCMA (National Healthcare Association), or NCMA (National Certified Medical Assistant).
• Current CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• One year of work experience in a clinic setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medical supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Prior experience or knowledge of examinations, diagnostics, and treatment room procedures.
• Basic understanding of ICD-10 coding, CPT coding, and medical necessity as related to ordering laboratory work or procedures.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and interview them.
• Measure and record vital signs, including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and record a chief complaint on the patient flow sheet.
• Run spirometry tests and EKGs and assist Primary Care Physicians during patient examinations.
• Review patient records to ensure they include previously ordered studies and reports, such as laboratory, x-ray, electrocardiogram, G.I., CT scan, bronchoscopy, emergency room, and physician dictation records.
• Ensure assigned examination rooms are equipped with supplies, check that equipment is working, and order supplies as needed.
• Call for pre-certifications and coordinate with patient account representatives and the secretary to facilitate referrals.
• Coordinate with secretarial and nursing staff to maintain smooth patient flow.
• Schedule appointments, answer telephones, greet patients, and register patients in a patient care area.
• Practice within the scope of practice for medical or clinic assistants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PMC describes a benefits package intended to support team members' health, well-being, family, and future; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.