ASSISTANT- MEDICAL

LE101 North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care, document in the EHR, and assist clinicians. The role emphasizes accurate recordkeeping, scheduling, and patient education.

The position requires CPR certification, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience with electronic health record systems preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Able to work with basic computer systems.
• Ability to interact with a diverse patient population.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and support flow of care.
• Interview patients, record vital signs, and document in EHR.
• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners as directed.
• Schedule tests, referrals, and patient testing.
• Provide patient/family education for ongoing care.

Skills

Medical terminology

Electronic health records

CPR Certification

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Patient care

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates's "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love. Department: 16127150 Vein Center Work Shift: - Job Description: The Medical Assistant at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for providing patient care, including escorting patients to exam rooms, conducting interviews, measuring vital signs. The role requires accurate and efficient recordkeeping/documentation, scheduling patient testing and referrals, and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. The Medical Assistant must possess good written and verbal communication skills, excellent organizational abilities, and the flexibility to respond to rapidly changing patient needs.

JOB FUNCTIONS Patient Care:

• Assure smooth, timely patient flow by escorting patients to exam rooms.
• Interview patient, measure vital signs, and document all information in patient’s chart/electronic health record (EHR).
• Performs tests, or procedures.
• Assist Physician/Nurse Practitioner as directed.

Recordkeeping/Documentation:

• Accurately and efficiently reports/documents patient care/ status/information in medical record.
• Receives patient record(s) from external sources (Diagnostic Testing, Physicians, Consults, etc.) and refers to Physician/Nurse Practitioner for review.

Customer Service:

• Responsible for screening and handling incoming telephone calls as directed.
• Schedule patient testing, consult, and/or referrals.
• Provides patient/family teaching necessary for continuing care during and after discharge.
• Responsible for maintaining supplies necessary for quality patient care.

Education:

• Participate in performance improvement activities (EXCEL).

Regulatory:

• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC and Departmental Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with applicable State/Federal regulations/laws/policies/procedures/guidelines.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of various medical terminology; required
• Knowledge of Electronic Heath Record Systems; preferred
• Must maintain CPR Certification (American Heart Association-AHA); required
• Good written and verbal communication skills; required
• Excellent organizational skills; required
• Working knowledge of basic computers and computer software; required
• Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics, required
• Must demonstrate professionalism and personal integrity
• Must organize and prioritize work flow
• Must be consciences, flexible, and open to change
• Assures compliance with regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines
• Works independently as well as team /group setting
• Must have extensive contact with: patients, family members, RN’s, NP’s, Physicians, and other RHC staff members
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve

Physical Demands:

• Standing. Constantly
• Walking. Constantly
• Sitting. Occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently
• Climbing. Occasionally
• Balancing. Occasionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Occasionally
• Reaching/Over Head Work. Occasionally
• Grasping. FrequentlySpeaking. Constantly
• Hearing. Constantly
• Repetitive Motions. Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Salary Range: $16.62 - $24.93 Education: High School Diploma, GED, or Project Search Graduate | Required Certifications: Assessment Based Recognition Program - ABR North Mississippi Health Services is a large rural health care system with state-of-the-art facilities in Mississippi and Alabama. We have career opportunities ranging from inpatient hospital care to 70+ rural health and specialty clinics, a variety of outpatient, women’s and behavioral health services and many additional support services. Our team of over 7,000 works together every day toward our shared mission – to continuously improve the health of the people of our region.