Ambulatory Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Coordination

TMH The Miriam Hospital; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Rhode Island seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory care setting. You will handle patient intake, vital signs collection, care coordination, and education across all ages, from pediatric to geriatric, while promoting patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Ambulatory Clinical Manager and Licensed Independent Practitioner, adherence to safety standards, and efficient use of EMR and scheduling

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant training program (nine months or longer) required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments by escorting them to exam rooms, obtaining vital signs, documenting chief complaints, completing medication reconciliation, and updating medical histories.
• Perform pre-visit planning by reviewing patient records, test results, consult reports, and correspondence to identify needed services and preventive care opportunities.
• Document patient information, pain assessments, questionnaires, and clinical observations within the EMR.
• Maintain efficient patient flow and communicate care reminders to providers through the EMR.
• Review and assist with preventative care, chronic disease management, and health maintenance services according to established protocols.
• Coordinate follow-up care, referrals, specialty consultations, and laboratory testing.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures while maintaining aseptic technique and infection prevention standards.
• Administer vaccines and place PPD tests according to practice protocols.
• Educate patients regarding tests, procedures, care coordination, and appropriate healthcare utilization.
• Explain preparation requirements for procedures and diagnostic testing.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Culturally competent care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Formal Medical Assistant training program (9+ months)

Tools

EMR proficiency

Scheduling systems

Job description

Brown University Health in Rhode Island seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in an ambulatory care setting. You will handle patient intake, vital signs collection, care coordination, and education across all ages, from pediatric to geriatric, while promoting patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Ambulatory Clinical Manager and Licensed Independent Practitioner, adherence to safety standards, and efficient use of EMR and scheduling