Clinical Office Assistant, PRN - Primary Care Float Pool

Piedmont Healthcare; Jefferson (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role involves a blend of front and back office responsibilities, ensuring exceptional patient care and support. You will greet patients, manage medical histories, and assist with various clinical tasks, all while adhering to established healthcare standards. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will be valued and recognized, and take the next step in your career with a reputable organization dedicated to quality care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant program completion.
• One year of medical office experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care activities under supervision of healthcare professionals.
• Perform front and back office duties including patient registration and medical history.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical History Documentation

Vital Signs Measurement

EKG and Spirometry

Injections and Immunizations

Phlebotomy

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Standard Precautions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Completion of a Nursing Assistant program

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

Job description

Description:

This position is a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) position that will perform both front and back office duties.

This position is a part of our East region Primary Care PRN Pool. This prn pool encompasses five different counties: Athens, Gwinnett, Newton, Rockdale, and Walton Counties.

JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for providing a variety of patient care activities under the supervision of a physician, physician extender, or registered nurse in accordance with established guidelines and standards. Duty assignments vary and include, but are not limited to front office and back office functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Meets and greets patients.
2. Obtains appropriate patient information and medical history.
3. Accurately completes and documents patient medical and physical histories and other related items in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
4. Records vital signs; Performs EKG, spirometry and or other similar non-complex office procedures.
5. Aids the physician, extender, and or nursing staff during treatment, examination, and or testing of patients - may include injections and immunizations.
6. Prepares and maintains examination and treatment areas.
7. Maintains examination/treatment rooms, including inventory of supplies and equipment.
8. Under the supervision of licensed personnel, distributes educational information and instructions for patient care, diagnostics, and other appropriate treatments.
9. Coordinates telephone requests to refill prescription drug medications in accordance with physician instructions.
10. Advises physician and or nurse of patient's adverse reaction to medication and/or treatment.
11. Attends required meetings, in-services, and participates in committees as required.
12. Practices Standard Precautions, including handwashing and disposal of bio-hazardous materials.
13. Complies with established risk management, HIPAA, and safety procedures.
14. Front office duties to include, but not limited to, registration, cashiering, scheduling appointments, tests, and/or hospital admissions.
15. Performs lab duties; including but not limited to, phlebotomy, order entry, collects specimen, establishes chain of custody if applicable, and labels for delivery to appropriate authority for testing.
16. Schedules procedures.
17. Completes medical and physical history forms and other related information requested by third party payors.
18. Receives incoming telephone calls from patients and responds accordingly, under a physician or other licensed provider's guidance.
19. Notifies patient of their test results as directed by a physician or licensed provider.
20. May be the primary clinical support for a physician.
21. Establishes, organizes, and maintains patient medical record.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School diploma or GED required. Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program or completion of a Nursing Assistant program is required. In lieu of formal education program, two (2) years of medical assistant or related clinical experience is required.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
One (1) year of experience in a medical office setting is required with completion of a Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant program. In lieu of formal education program, two (2) years of medical assistant or related clinical experience is required.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
None

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
BLS required. Certification from the American