Medical Assistant Jobs in Spokane, LA

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to organize and perform multiple tasks in a timely manner.
• Basic proficiency in computer use.
• Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare examination rooms and pertinent information for patient visits; escort patients into rooms and clean rooms after examinations.
• Maintain efficient patient flow and ensure proper preparation for patient visits.
• Communicate and provide care consistent with patients’ age, cultural, spiritual, and developmental needs.
• Answer telephone calls appropriately, direct calls, and take accurate messages.
• Schedule appointments accurately according to departmental guidelines.
• Stock examination rooms and assist with ordering and maintaining supplies.
• Reconcile encounters accurately and daily according to policy guidelines.
• Communicate problems, concerns, or issues promptly and appropriately to the Supervisor and/or Manager.
• Perform duties within the scope of practice.
• Accurately obtain and document vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, height, and weight, as required.
• Document appropriately in the EHR and review and update medication lists and allergy information.
• Follow prescription-control and prescription-refill procedures.
• Use EHR tasking appropriately and promptly.
• Enter orders and schedule appointments in the PMS and EHR.
• Provide referrals and/or consultation orders appropriately and promptly in the PMS and EHR.
• Follow universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposing of medical waste.
• Maintain proficiency with department-specific equipment, troubleshoot issues, and report malfunctions promptly.
• Facilitate transitions of care to urgent care centers or hospitals.
• Provide scribing services.
• Demonstrate flexibility with various work schedules and perform other duties as assigned, including duties that need to be performed even when not directly assigned.
• Travel to satellite locations as needed.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Life coverage
• Disability coverage
• Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) savings plan