Medical Assistant
On-siteFlint, Michigan, United States
Flint, Michigan, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeLicense Or CertificationMedium
Full TimeLicense Or CertificationMedium
Job Summary
Open the medical office in the morning and close in the afternoon, greeting and preparing patients while measuring vital signs and recording histories. Coordinate patient appointments with physicians and nursing staff, then perform clinical duties including phlebotomy, EKGs, dressing changes, and assisting with X-rays and examinations. Administer medications with authorization, prepare rooms for procedures, and scribe as assigned. Maintain accurate patient logs, update medical records, and ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and CMS guidelines. Confirm next-day visits and assist in orienting new personnel.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience (based on State regulation requirements)
- 6 months experience working within a physician's office
- Urology experience
- Ability to perform well in stressful situations
- Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR, Practice Management Solutions
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
- Project Management
- Vendor relations (for those MA's that are required to order office and clinical supplies)
- Database management
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Delivers exceptional patient service throughout all interactions
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality
- Regularly adheres and supports compliance and accreditation efforts as assigned including, but not limited to OSHA, HIPAA & CMS guidelines for Parts C & D on General Compliance and Fraud, Waste & Abuse
- Meets established attendance criteria and starts work promptly
- Punctual and dependable for assigned/confirmed shifts
- Respects and acknowledges the organizations commitment to cultural diversity, which is expressed through behavior, language and actions
- Consistently demonstrates good use of time and resources
- Adherence to HR, & Corporate policies and procedures
- Ensures that all medical records are accurate and complete for all patients
- Ensures compliance of healthcare regulations, medical laws and high ethical standards
- Carrying Weight 1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%
- 26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%
- Pushing/Pulling 1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%
- 100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2%
- Lifting - Height, Weight Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%
- Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%
- Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%
- Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%
- Opens office in the morning and closes in the afternoon
- Uses CPR skills when necessary
- Prepares accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times
- Ensures appropriate consent form is completed correctly avoiding the use of too many medical abbreviations within the consent forms
- Prepares for seeing patients the following day, including patient confirmation for next day visit
- Completes patient medical record requests when necessary
- Ensures proper hand off of responsibilities once their task is completed
- Minimal travel required
Desired Qualifications
- Certification or Registration preferred
- 6 months experience working within a physician's office desired
- Urology experience desired
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