Lead Medical Assistant

Tenet Healthcare; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Medical Assistant to join their dynamic healthcare team. This role involves providing essential support to the Practice Manager, enhancing patient flow, and ensuring effective communication among medical staff. The successful candidate will administer medications, coordinate patient care, and supervise the medical assisting staff. With a focus on improving clinical policies and procedures, this position is vital for delivering high-quality outpatient care. If you have a passion for patient care and a strong background in medical assisting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program is required.
• 3-5 years of job-related experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of the medical visit including direct patient care.
• Supervise staff and manage administrative tasks.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Clinical Policies

Medication Administration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assisting Program

Tools

BLS Certification

Certified Medical Assistant

Job description

1000 sign on bonus for new hires!

Summary:

Work with the Practice Manager and provide support in training Medical Assistant staff. Serve as a communication liaison between the manager, physicians, and medical assistance staff. Provide input and suggestions for improving patient flow, clinical policies, and procedures. Additionally, administer medication and work directly with other healthcare professionals at the site, as well as ancillary departments and services, to coordinate care. Utilize a defined skill set consistent with the basic educational program, certification, and relevant work experience to deliver direct care to patients in the outpatient clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Education: Required: High school diploma or GED with completion of an accredited medical assisting program.
• Experience: Preferred: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience.
• Certifications: Required: BLS, Certified Medical Assistant, and must maintain active certification in both.

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Responsibilities

The Lead Medical Assistant, working under the direct supervision and licensure of the physician, is an integral member of the healthcare team. Responsibilities include coordinating all aspects of the medical visit, such as direct patient care, registration and scheduling, physician-patient communication, precertification, scanning, supervising staff, ordering medical supplies, and other administrative tasks.