What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Mercy Health | GoHealth Urgent Care?
Medical Assistant
EXCELLENT BONUS PROGRAM :
You are eligible to receive the earned incentive bonus of up to $600.00 per month which is based on center metrics and customer satisfaction scores for your worked location(s).
Mercy , one of the nation's leading health care providers, and GoHealth Urgent Care , an on-demand consumer-centric care company, announced a new partnership to operate urgent care centers across the St. Louis, MO area.
At GoHealth Urgent Care , we place the needs of our patients first - by providing an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and our communities.
The Medical Assistant assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of an urgent care provider. Manages the check-in and registration process, interview patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients' charts. May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
Essential Functions
- Register patients, verify insurance, and process co-pays.
- Schedule appointments and coordinate specialist referrals.
- Answer patient inquiries and update them on care status.
- Inform staff of patient flow and assist with patient preparation.
- Record medical history, take vitals, and escalate critical cases.
- Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., flu, strep, ECG).
- Perform phlebotomy and administer injections as needed.
- Maintain exam rooms, stock supplies, and manage inventory.
- Update medical records and scan documents.
- Answer phone calls and handle mail.
- Perform patient follow-up and maintain reception area.
- Handle opening / closing duties, cash out, and secure the building.
- Conduct daily equipment checks and submit repair tickets.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Our positions offer :
Requirements :
One of the following certifications is required :
Additionally, CPOE certification for order entry is required within two weeks of start date and must be kept active in lieu of MA certification within the first 15 months of hire.
In lieu of an approved MA Certification, we will also accept the following certifications at the time of hire :
GoForward :
When you join our collaborative teams, you can rest assured that your career growth and satisfaction will be handled with the same care that we put into growing our organization. Our modern facilities and innovations will help elevate the way you practice. And, you’ll have more opportunities to expand your professional experience and utilize your advanced clinical training.
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Salary : $600
