Certified Medical Assistant Pediatrics

ScionHealth; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for their Lawton, OK location. The role involves assisting with patient care, performing diagnostic procedures, and maintaining medical supplies. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, and a high school diploma is required. Join a supportive team focused on patient care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Six months of Medical Assistant or similar experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with moderately complex patient care and documentation.
• Perform basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Maintain equipment and medical supplies.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

General Office Equipment

Job description

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Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

1. Assist with moderately complex patient care throughout one or more physician practices; responsible for the safe transport of patients, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services
2. Collect data and transpose information into patient chart
3. Render limited direct patient care; instruct patients and family members on the care requirements as directed by the attending physician or advanced practice clinician

Essential Functions

1. Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition
2. Documents patient care given
3. Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting
4. Maintains examination areas
5. Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent, Required

License/Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant

Experience

• Six (6) months of Medical Assistant or similar experience in a physician office setting preferred

Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
• Strong knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Working knowledge of general office equipment (i.e., copy machine, fax, 10-key calculator, etc.)
• General knowledge of the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude with patients and guest
• Basic computer skills and the ability to operate simple to moderately complex software platforms
• Good oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with persons of varying personality types
• Organizational skills and the ability to multitask
• Problem solving skills and the ability to plan and prioritize work
• Ability to be detail oriented and accurately document details and actions
• Ability to maneuver, lift, push, and/or carry patients and/or equipment with limited aide
• Ability to work effectively in a clinical setting with medical staff
• Ability to manage change effectively
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain a compassionate attitude with others

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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