Medical Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Medical Assisting certificate from an accredited program.
• Current AHA BLS certification.
• Knowledge of basic medical assistant and back-office procedures and medical terminology.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities, build positive relationships, and maintain a positive attitude and warm, friendly demeanor.
• Ability to work efficiently in a team environment.
• Ability to travel to all sites, including during the workday.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and push 100 pounds on wheels.
• Close vision and ability to adjust focus; high manual dexterity; ability to reach above shoulder level, bend, squat, sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, and twist/turn; good finger sensation; hearing adequate for phone work; and clear speech for staff and patient communication.
• Valid driver's license and clear DMV record.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing procedures and patient registration tasks within the established scope of practice.
• Coordinate duties with the Back Office Supervisor and licensed providers, RNs, LVNs, the Director of Nursing, the Director of Operations, Quality Improvement/Assurance staff, GVHC trainers, and senior leadership.
• Conduct pre-visit planning in collaboration with patients.
• Create opportunities for patient access and communicate effectively with the care team throughout the day.
• Maintain efficient patient care flow and provide continuity of care within the care team.
• Collect and record vital signs, height, weight, and basic medical history.
• Administer medications and vaccines.
• Collect specimens and perform in-house diagnostic tests.
• Provide uncomplicated wound care and remove sutures.
• Perform non-invasive treatments, such as ear lavage.
• Remove splints and orthotics and apply prefabricated orthopedic appliances.
• Assist patients with ambulation and transfers.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist providers during procedures.
• Provide patient instructions and education when authorized by the provider.
• Provide emergency first aid and CPR.
• Perform nail cutting for healthy patients.
• Record authorized patient treatment and care in the medical record in accordance with GVHC protocols.
• Participate in staff education and training with back-office training staff and maintain required competencies.
• Assist with facility management, including keeping patient areas clean and safe.
• Assist in responding to and resolving patient complaints as needed.
• Proactively participate in continuous improvement and perform other duties as assigned and delegated.
• Travel regularly to all GVHC sites, including during the workday.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with a $0 deductible and $2,000 individual / $4,000 family out-of-pocket maximums.
• PPO coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 403(b) with match.
• FSA plans.
• Gym discounts.