Lead Medical Assistant

Job Duties

Lead Medical Assistant

Location

US-MN-Minneapolis

Job ID 350208 Pos. Category Medical Center - Medical Assistant Pos. Type Full Time Recruiter : Full Name: First Last Kayla Quick

Overview

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? At Concentra, you will be a vital member of our patient care team and play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to our patients. Our mission is to improve the health of America's workforce, one patient at a time. Join us at Concentra and see how your clinical competency and compassion can make a meaningful difference in the lives of the patients you serve.

The Lead Medical Support Specialist is responsible for providing work leadership to a team of Medical Support Specialists (MSS), under the direction of the Center Operation Director (COD) to ensure clinical care is executed and exceptional service is delivered to all customers. The Lead Medical Support Specialist is responsible for completing and/or delegating tasks amongst team of MSS to remain compliant with policies and procedures as well as support the patient flow. Also performs routine medical and testing procedures under direct supervision of the treating clinician as well as supports in other areas of the facility as needed including registration and referral management.

Responsibilities

Medical Support Duties

Perform Department of Transportation (DOT) and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing

Prepare patients for physical examinations, including taking vital signs and any required or requested ancillary testing including but not limited to vaccines and injections, phlebotomy, pulmonary function tests, audiogram testing and respirator fit testing

Perform rapid screening tests (influenza, strep, mono, glucose, etc.)

Assist providers during examination and treatment

Responsible for performing routine medical procedures as ordered by treating clinician as well as triaging emergent patients as needed

Prepare and assist clinician with procedure set up and injury care

Apply bandages, dressings and splints as ordered by the treating clinician

Dispense medications and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) as ordered by the treating clinician in accordance with state regulations

Complete quality assurance activities on equipment and medical devices as well as testing processes used in the center

Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment, and stock exam rooms

Maintain and operate all medical devices and equipment, including calibration and record keeping in accordance with current policy and procedures

Notify leadership immediately if equipment is not functioning properly, supplies are needed, or facility is not operating as expected

In partnership with center leadership, assist with patient flow and volume

Keep patients informed of expected wait times during all aspects of the center visit

Responsible for clerical tasks in both the front and back office associated with patient care and proper record keeping. Ensure accuracy in record keeping and documentation

Cross train to perform Patient Service Specialist duties: greet patients, obtain authorization, check in/out, communicate wait times, answer multi-line telephone system, and distribute employer results/paperwork as needed

Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules

Attend center staff meetings or huddles as required

Participate in initial and ongoing training as required

Assist in maintaining a neat, clean, and orderly appearance throughout the facility

Perform Human Performance Evaluations under the direction of a certified clinician or therapist

Lead Duties

Assign duties and responsibilities for MSS staff while monitoring patient flow

Maintain all medical equipment and medical devices and facilitate maintenance as needed

Maintain safety and accuracy in testing/treating patients by ensuring performance of daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance and quality control/quality assurance activities of medical equipment

Ensure that the medical center maintains appropriate stocking of supplies, equipment, medications, testing and treatment equipment for safe and proper patient treatment

Facilitate completion any applicable training including but not limited to clinical competency training that occurs monthly including for MSS staff

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Education Level: Vocational/Technical/Business School

Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited school (credentials in the state of employment in accordance with state requirements and applicable regulations) or Military Medical Specialist with current Medical Assistant credentials in the state of employment in accordance with state requirements and applicable regulations

Drug Screen Collection, Breath Alcohol Certification, and Hair and Oral Fluids Collection Certifications

Job-Related Experience

Customarily has at least six months or more of medical assistant experience

Knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology

Working knowledge of occupational medicine requirements (state specific) preferred

Job-Related Skills/Competencies

Concentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and Flexibility

Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions

Outstanding customer service skills as well as the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalism

The ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies

Demonstrated effective communication and interaction with employers, patients, providers and other employees

Demonstrated ability to maintain working relationship with all employees/leadership.

Demonstrated computer skills

Additional Data

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Medical, Vision, Prescription, Telehealth, & Dental Plans

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off & Extended Illness Days Offered

Colleague Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Dependent Care Spending Account

Employee Discounts

This position is eligible to earn a base compensation rate in the state range of $20.52 to $26.68 hourlydepending on job-related factors as permitted by applicable law, such as level of experience, geographic location where the work is performed, and/or seniority.

External candidates: submit your application on concentra.com/careers

Current colleagues: visit the internal career portal on the main page of MyConcentra to apply

Center Achievement Bonuses

This job requires access to confidential and critical information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Concentra is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination, and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including hiring, promotion and advancement, without regard to the following characteristics: race, color, national origin, religious beliefs, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local fair employment practice laws.

EOE, including disability/veterans

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or medical or veteran status in accordance with federal law. In addition, Concentra Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

None

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$20.52 - $26.68 / Hourly

Postal Code

55111

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

350208

Job Benefits

Not specified