Medical Assistant

Medi-Weightloss®; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic team culture

Job summary

Medi-Weightloss® in West Des Moines is looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our dynamic team. The role requires skills in patient vitals, EKG, and phlebotomy, combined with strong front office experience and knowledge in insurance processes.

This position offers a supportive environment where you can thrive in your career. Enjoy competitive compensation that is commensurate with your experience. Join us in our mission to help individuals achieve their health and weight loss goals.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certification is required.
• Strong clinical experience in EKG and phlebotomy is essential.
• Prior front office experience and knowledge of insurance and VOB are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals, perform EKG, and phlebotomy.
• Handle front office duties and assist with patient inquiries.
• Maintain inventory levels and assist in clinic marketing efforts.

Skills

Medical Assistant certification

Front office experience

Insurance and VOB knowledge

Clinical experience in EKG

Phlebotomy skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Medical Assistant

Medi-Weightloss of West Des Moines

About Us

Join our thriving team at Medi-Weightloss of West Des Moines where we’re dedicated to transforming lives by helping individuals achieve their health and weight loss goals. Our personalized medical weight loss programs, combined with a supportive and caring environment, make us a leader in the industry.

Why Join Us

• Dynamic Team Culture: Be part of a talented and collaborative team committed to excellence in patient care.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Thrive in an environment that values your skills and offers opportunities for professional development.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.

Primary Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role with primary responsibilities that include patient vitals, EKG, phlebotomy, and front office duties. We value team players with clinical skills and experience in insurance and VOB. Exercise knowledge a plus.

Administrative Duties

• Utilize a multi-line phone system to answer and appropriately route all incoming calls.
• Conduct follow-up calls to discuss patient progress and address concerns.
• Refer non-routine, sensitive, or complex requests to the appropriate staff member.
• Ensure exceptional patient service by maintaining a friendly environment, greeting patients, and upholding outstanding standards.
• Assist with monitoring daily inventory levels of clinical and office supplies.
• Perform daily scanning and uploading of documents in patient files.
• Train additional staff on daily procedures when requested by the office manager and/or physician.
• Participate in clinic marketing efforts and provide ongoing support to promote clinic profitability and success.

Clinical Duties (varied based on credentials)

• Obtain patient vitals, EKG, and perform phlebotomy.
• Administer IM injections.
• Prepare laboratory order forms and obtain patient laboratory results.
• Assist physicians or mid-level practitioners with patient referrals to other healthcare professionals.
• Document patient progress notes in the patient chart and/or EMR.
• Conduct follow-up calls to patients to discuss progress and address concerns.
• Perform other clinical duties as required.

Requirements

• Medical Assistant certification.
• Front office experience, including insurance and VOB knowledge.
• Clinical experience in EKG and phlebotomy.
• Prior experience and training in exercise (a plus).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Salary

Competitive, commensurate with experience.