Compassionate Medical Assistant - Phlebotomy & Patient Care

bestcare; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical Assistant position at Nebraska Methodist Health System in Omaha supports physicians in daily tasks such as preparing patients for examinations, phlebotomy, injections, and coordinating orders for tests and medications.

Responsibilities include patient education, triage calls, maintaining organized work areas, and ensuring accurate documentation while upholding HIPAA and clinic policies.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Program required.
• Program must include an externship/preceptorship in a clinical setting OR must have 6 months of current MA experience.
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program with half of nursing courses completed required.

Responsibilities

• Documents lab, procedures, and appointments on tracking forms.
• Performs telephone triage and relays information to providers.
• Maintains clean and organized work areas per protocol.
• Handles prescription renewals/inquiries and medication reconciliation.
• Assists providers with exam preparation, vitals, and patient data recording.
• Orders and schedules tests as directed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Time management

Typing

Patient care

Communication

HIPAA awareness

Education

Medical Assistant Program

Nursing program (enrolled)

Job description

The Medical Assistant position at Nebraska Methodist Health System in Omaha supports physicians in daily tasks such as preparing patients for examinations, phlebotomy, injections, and coordinating orders for tests and medications.

Responsibilities include patient education, triage calls, maintaining organized work areas, and ensuring accurate documentation while upholding HIPAA and clinic policies.