Medical Assistant

About Our Company

We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

The Medical Technician is responsible for:

• Assisting the physician with basic patient care and medical procedures
• Capturing accurate and detailed documentation of the encounter into the EMR in a timely manner
• Assisting Site Managers with directing patient flow, inventory, and following up on labs
• Ensuring site lab compliance with Department of Health (DOH) Regulations

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

(including the duties and responsibilities as stated in the CityMD Scope of Practice for Medical Assistants and Scribes):

• Assisting the physician with medical procedures within the Medical Assistant (MA) Scope of Practice, which may include but is not limited to: external laboratory specimens, UA, EKG, procedure set ups, etc.
• Ensuring Department of Health (DOH) compliance of site lab and exam rooms which may include but is not limited to: logbook maintenance, checking for expired medications and supplies, proper handling of specimen etc.
• Being able to fully document in the EMR on multiple patients per hour on average
• Facilitating any necessary diagnostic tests (e.g., CT, MRI, ultrasounds, etc.) and referrals to medical specialists for follow-up care via Aftercare
• Communicating with patients, pharmacies, and physicians over the phone under provider guidance
• Assisting the licensed practitioner, under the direct and personal supervision of the licensed practitioner, with CLIA waived tests for which training has been provided as well as EKGs, and acting as a second set of hands for limb stability for sling assistance
• Ensuring the site is fully stocked with supplies
• Helping maintain a clean, courteous, and professional working environment
• Providing compassionate care to our patients
• Assisting with training and acclimation of new hire Medical Assistants and Scribes

Qualifications

• If Internal Candidate - must be in good performance and company policy standing
• A High School Degree or GED
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program, with Certified (CM) Medical Assistant credential preferred and/or phlebotomy and EKG certifications
• 4-6 months experience as a Medical Assistant
• Able to conduct EKGs
• Comfortable with phlebotomy, preferably over 100 blood draws
• Experience performing rapid bedside tests preferred ex: UA, finger stick, rapid mono etc.
• Knowledge of third party payor requirements preferred
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• Strong aptitude for detail, and ability to work independently, required
• Have functional and practical knowledge of various computer systems
• Happy and positive thinking, able to project this attitude around others
• Must exhibit passion for outstanding results and compassion for those we work with and serve
• Flexible & adaptable nature to work in a continuously evolving team environment
• Excellent communication and bedside manner
• Bilingual language skills required or preferred based on site location.

Physical requirements

The job may require from time to time to lift light to moderate amounts of weight (e.g., boxes of medical/facility supplies)

Pay Rate: $20.58 per hour

The provided compensation amount is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.
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Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD's benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

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