Medical Support Assistant

Medical Support AssistantInspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.As our Medical Support Assistant (MSA), you will serve as a vital first point of contact, ensuring seamless patient flow and administrative efficiency within our healthcare setting. You will uphold exceptional service standards by managing patient interactions and supporting operational needs. Every day you will expertly manage patient scheduling, registration, and record-keeping, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. You will handle communications, coordinate referrals, process billing, and maintain a welcoming and organized environment, directly contributing to a positive patient experience and efficient clinic operations. To be successful in this role, you will possess strong organizational and communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and proficiency in medical administrative procedures and relevant software. You will demonstrate empathy and professionalism in all patient interactions, contributing actively to a supportive team environment.Assists with general patient care following established clinic workflows.Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider by completing intake duties such as documenting the patient's reason for visit, obtaining and recording vital signs, reviewing documented drug allergies, asking if patient taking medications listed in EMR, and completing appropriate screening questionnaires.Collects and prepares ordered specimens for laboratory analysis.Cleans and sterilizes instruments.Ensures patient exam rooms are stocked, clean, and orderly.Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns timely and appropriately.RequiredSuccessful completion of State Health Department approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program or Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) training program, upon hireBasic Life Support - CPR, upon hireFrom primary to specialty care, as well as walk-in and virtual services, CHI Health Clinic delivers more options and better access so you can spend time on what matters: being healthy. We offer more than 20 specialties and 100 convenient locations; with some clinics offering extended hours.Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards.CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here.