What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL ASSISTANT position at Covenant Health?
Position Summary:
Medical Assistants are responsible for the safety and well-being of patients and assist in the treatment of patients under the direction of the provider. Certified Medical Assistants work as part of an integral team between the clinical and clerical teams. Certified Medical Assistants share the mission, philosophy, visions, values, goals and policies of St. Joseph Healthcare.
Job Requirements:
Education: High School Diploma/GED
Certifications: AAMA/RMA/CCMA (or must be obtained within 6 months of employment for new grads only)
BLS to be obtained within 30 days of employment
A brief summary of duties includes, but is not limited to:
- Greet and assist patients and families courteously
- Assist administrative/office staff with phone call coverage, including daily tasks
- Preps patients to be seen at the practice according to practice standards
- Performs and documents results of point of care testing and appropriate interventions to practice standards
- Immunizations are scheduled and administered according to practice guidelines and documented.
- Must possess strong interpersonal skills, be a team player and be consistent with the St. Joseph Healthcare Mission.
Must be willing to float throughout the practice when necessary.
The starting rate for this position is $20.00.
The rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, the determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
•Compassion
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
•Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
•Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
•Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
Salary : $20
