What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Appalachian Primary Care?
Our team is a committed, caring group of colleagues who are dedicated to creating a positive patient experience and work environment. We have a great group of employees and are looking for more! Do you want to work as a Medical Assistant where your attention to detail and passion for patient care are valued? If so, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!
Primary responsibility will be to take vitals, room patients and maintain accurate EMR data.
- You will have your nights, weekends, and holidays off.
- Pay dependent upon experience and skills.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent, required
- CMA certificate desirable but not required if candidate has previous clinical experience
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- At least one year of experience in clinical setting preferred
- Excellent customer service and communication skills required
- Must be reliable, able to prioritize and multi-task effectively
- Takes initiative and ownership, and can work independently
- Comfortable using computers (will train) including EMR and Microsoft office apps; comfortable using email and interacting with internet applications
- Professional appearance and conduct
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Clinical & Administrative Support
- Responsible for patient vitals, rooming and history taking;
- Properly notifies physicians/mid-level providers if there are problems that need to be addressed
- Answer the phone in a timely & professional manner, addressing patient questions/concerns or relaying messages as necessary.
- Advises clinic manager of any supplies that need to be reordered
- Maintains a proper, safe, and clean work environment
- Performs all other duties, tasks, and projects as assigned by the clinical manager and physicians/mid-level providers
- Maintains patient confidentiality and complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice
Typical Physical Demands
Position requires full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Normal visual acuity is required to be able to visualize a computer screen for vital patient information for long periods of time and to draw up critical and appropriate medication for administration. Normal hearing is required. Involves extensive standing and walking is required. Employee will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Pain Medicine
- Primary Care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Boone, NC 28607 (Required)
Work Location: In person