Medical Assistant Jobs in Spokane, LA

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 required in the state of employment and applicable regulations.
• Customarily has at least six months of medical assistant experience.
• Knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology.
• Demonstrated service mentality, attention to detail, sense of urgency, initiative, and flexibility.
• Ability to make decisions or solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with people tactfully and professionally.
• Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, verbally and in writing.
• Teamwork focus and ability to maintain working relationships with colleagues at all levels and center leadership.
• Must participate in initial and ongoing training as required.
• Must obtain Medical Support Specialist certifications, including but not limited to 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.
• Must exercise ongoing discretion and securely manage confidential and critical information.

Nice To Haves

• 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 perform required or requested ancillary testing, including vaccines and injections, phlebotomy, PFTs, audiograms, and respirator fit testing.
• Perform rapid screening tests, including 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 on 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 immediately if equipment is not functioning properly, supplies are needed, or the facility is not operating as expected.
• Partner with center leadership to assist with patient flow and volume.
• Keep patients informed of expected wait times throughout their center visit.
• Perform clerical tasks in the front and back office related to 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, and dental plans
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and extended illness days
• Colleague referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Commuter benefits
• Dependent care spending account
• Employee discounts