What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Meritus Pulmonary Consultants position at Meritus Medical Center Inc?
Starting Rate $ 20 an hour!
Rate increases based on experience
Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of physician or physician extender. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician or physician extender.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education - High School graduate or the equivalent required. Certificate or AA Degree from a Medical Assistant program or equivalent required.
Experience - Previous experience as a Medical Assistant working in a physician's office preferred.
Licensure/Certification - Must be a Certified Medical Assistant through an approved/accredited organization (ex. NCCT) Current BLS (CPR) in compliance with policy required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Basic computer skills required
Caring for Our Team
Meritus offers a comprehensive, affordable and team member focused benefits package. Health, dental and vision insurance is offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all team members hired to work at least 16 hours per week and offer multiple plans to best meet your needs.
Life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability is offered at no cost to eligible team members. Meritus offers a robust Paid Time Off and eligible team members begin accruing day 1 of employment. Our 401k retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and provides a meaningful employer match. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions.
Going back to school? We have a tremendous education assistance program to support your education goals and a no-cost Employee Assistance Program to help you manage stress, mental health, elder-care issues and the challenges of work-life balance. Evening, night and weekend shifts may be eligible for shift differential.
Strength Through Diversity
Meritus Health believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are key drivers for excellence. We share a common devotion to delivering exceptional patient care. When you join us, you become a part of Meritus Health, and we expect a record of achievement and advancement as we meet our mission.
Our commitment to equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to create joy at work and reach their potential.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Basic Life Support
Salary : $20
