Medical Assistant Jobs in Oakland, OK

About The Position

Requirements

• Vocational/technical/business school education level.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program with completion of an externship highly preferred, or at least one year of direct patient care experience as a medical assistant, or military medical specialist experience; must meet credentials in the state of employment in accordance with state requirements and applicable regulations.
• Customarily, at least six months of medical assistant experience.
• Knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology.
• Ability to make decisions or solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
• Outstanding customer service skills and ability to deal with people tactfully and professionally.
• Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Teamwork focus and ability to maintain working relationships with peers and center leadership at all levels.
• Participation in initial and ongoing training as required.
• Obtain required Medical Support Specialist certifications, including Drug Screen Collection, Breath Alcohol Certification, and Hair and Oral Fluids Collection.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to enter data into various systems and applications.
• Ongoing discretion and secure information management when accessing confidential and critical information.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an externship as part of an accredited medical assistant program.
• Working knowledge of state-specific occupational medicine requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform DOT and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing.
• Prepare patients for physical examinations, take vital signs, and conduct required or requested ancillary testing, including vaccines and injections, phlebotomy, PFTs, audiograms, and respirator fit testing.
• Perform rapid screening tests such as influenza, strep, mono, and glucose tests.
• Assist providers during examinations and treatment.
• Perform routine medical procedures as ordered by the treating clinician and triage emergent patients as needed.
• Prepare and assist the clinician with procedure setup and injury care.
• Apply bandages, dressings, and splints as ordered by the treating clinician.
• Dispense medications and durable medical equipment as ordered by the treating clinician and in accordance with state regulations.
• Complete quality assurance activities for equipment, medical devices, and testing processes used in the center.
• Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment, and stock exam rooms.
• Maintain and operate medical devices and equipment, including calibration and record keeping, in accordance with current policies and procedures.
• Notify the supervisor promptly when equipment is not functioning properly, supplies are needed, or the facility is not operating as expected.
• Assist with patient flow and volume in partnership with center leadership.
• Keep patients informed of expected wait times throughout their center visit.
• Perform front- and back-office clerical tasks associated with patient care and proper record keeping.
• Ensure documentation is accurate.
• Perform front-office duties, including greeting patients, obtaining authorization, checking patients in and out, communicating wait times, answering a multi-line telephone system, and distributing employer results or paperwork as needed.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules.
• Attend center staff meetings or huddles as required.
• Help maintain a neat, clean, and orderly facility.
• Complete applicable training, including monthly clinical competency training.

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Medical, Vision, Prescription, Telehealth, & Dental Plans
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Extended Illness Days Offered
• Colleague Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Employee Discounts