What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mobile Medical Assistant (Assisted Living Facilities) position at Ascend Medical?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Title : Mobile Medical Assistant (Assisted Living Facilities) - Gwinnett / Forsyth area
Reports to : Mobile MA Team Lead
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant (MA) to support a healthcare provider visiting Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) in the Gwinnet / Forsyth area. The MA will serve as the scribe and the hub of communication, ensuring smooth operations between the provider, the ALF staff, and the patient's family members, emergency contacts, or power of attorney when necessary. This role requires excellent documentation skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage the provider's schedule while ensuring continuity of care for geriatric patients.
The MA will work closely with the point of contact at the ALF to facilitate care, document patient visits and updates in Athena EMR, and help manage the provider's daily schedule. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a primary care setting, preferably with a focus on the geriatric population, and a current MA certification.
Company Summary
Founded in 2021, Ascend Medical is dedicated to elevating body, mind, and soul by integrating behavioral, metabolic, and lifestyle health into a comprehensive primary care model. Our innovative hybrid healthcare approach meets patients wherever they are-at home, in assisted living communities, or through digital care. We partner with traditional providers to expand access to personalized, high-quality healthcare through brick-and-mortar, virtual, and mobile services.
Our Core Values :
- Patients before Profits
- Empathy before Expedience
- Progress before Stagnation
- Team before Individual
- Safety before Everything
At Ascend Medical, you'll be part of a forward-thinking team that consistently earns the highest patient satisfaction scores in the industry (Net Promoter Score above 95). If you're passionate about providing exceptional, relationship-driven care, we'd love to have you on board!
Key Responsibilities
Scribe & Documentation
Communication Hub
Communication with Family Members, Emergency Contacts, and Power of Attorney
Provider Support & Schedule Management
Patient Care Coordination
Clinical Support
Assist with patient education, providing information on new treatments, medications, and care instructions.
Other Duties as Assigned
Why Join Ascend Medical?
Requirements
Qualifications
Experience :
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a primary care setting.
Previous experience working with the geriatric population preferred.
Familiarity with medical terminology and the ability to accurately document patient visits in an electronic health record system (experience with Athena is a plus).
Experience with scheduling and patient care coordination preferred.
Certifications :
Current Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, RMA, or similar) is required.
CPR / BLS Certification required.
Education :
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Associate's Degree in Medical Assisting or related field preferred.
Skills & Abilities :
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when documenting patient information.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience using Athena (or similar EHR system) preferred
You'll Be a Great Fit If You :
This Medical Assistant position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, supporting elderly patients and their care providers at an Assisted Living Facility (ALF). If you are an organized, compassionate, and experienced Medical Assistant with a passion for geriatric care, we encourage you to apply!
Ascend Medical is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer . Our entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our patients and shape our industry. We believe that the unique contributions of each individual are the driver of our success. To make sure that our services and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experience we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all, for the benefit of our employees, services, and community.
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