Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant provides essential support and administrative services to the office, the doctors, and the patients in a fast-paced doctor's office. This person will be involved in a wide spectrum of tasks focused around assisting the Physician in all minor in office procedures.

Medical Assistant Essential Functions/Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

• Welcome, room, and prepare patients for exams and in-office procedures
• Take vitals, update medical histories, record medications/allergies, and document in the EMR
• Assist physicians with minor procedures, post-op care, digital X-rays, and basic podiatric services (nail care, callus removal, diabetic shoe fitting)
• Apply dressings, DME, and provide patient instructions and education
• Manage lab specimens, complete insurance verifications and pre-authorizations, and process prescriptions as directed
• Make post-operative phone calls, answer patient questions, and provide excellent customer service
• Open, prep, clean, and close exam rooms; sterilize instruments; manage inventory and supplies
• Maintain accurate documentation, support back-office operations, and ensure HIPAA compliance

Medical Assistant Required Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• CMA or RMA certification preferred
• Experience with medical terminology and insurance processes (preferred)
• Strong communication, teamwork, and multitasking skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinic environment
• Detail-oriented, professional, and patient-focused
• Ability to travel between local office locations, as needed
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Medical Assistant Benefits Offered

• Health Insurance (Single & Family plans available)
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Employee Discount Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Medical Assistant Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here represent those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities. While performing this role, the employee must regularly:

• Sit, talk, hear, and use hands to write, type, or operate office equipment
• Occasionally reach with hands and arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell
• Perform repetitive motions, including reaching overhead and typing
• Lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds
• Maintain peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustments

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Thought Provoking

Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Loyal

Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Innovative

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Peer Recognition

Inspired to perform well by the praise of coworkers

Job Security

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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