Medical Assistant

OneVeracity; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

OneVeracity in Fort Smith, AR is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team and support front and back office operations while delivering quality patient care.

The role involves patient intake, vitals, specimen collection, assisting providers, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have graduation from an accredited MA program and current BLS/CPR. LPN background and phlebotomy are a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program; LPNs considered.
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Responsibilities

• Manage front office telephone system, answer calls, and return messages.
• Document patient records in facility databases and maintain files.
• Coordinate daily office activities and greet patients.
• Record vitals and changes in condition in systems; collect specimens for lab analysis.
• Prepare exam rooms, assist providers during routine checkups and procedures.
• Monitor and document patient symptoms; assist with medications under physician direction.
• Adhere to biohazard waste handling and patient confidentiality.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Time management

Technology proficiency

EKG

Confidentiality

Education

Medical Assistant program graduate

LPN program considered

Phlebotomy certification preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Video conferencing (Zoom/Teams)

Job description

Description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Medical Assistant looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients? We are seeking a motivated healthcare professional to join our team and play an important role in delivering quality patient care.

In this role, you will be a valued member of the healthcare team, working in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth, collaboration, and a commitment to patient well-being. If you take pride in providing excellent care and are looking for an opportunity to grow your career, we encourage you to apply.

Front and Back Office

• Manages office telephone systems, including answering calls and returning messages.
• Performs data entry tasks to document patient records within facility databases and maintains patient files.
• Coordinates daily office activities.
• Greet patients.
• Records patient's vital signs and changes in medical conditions in the proper systems.
• Collects blood, tissue, and fluid samples, documents in the patient online database and sends them in for laboratory analysis.
• Correctly handles biohazard waste.
• Preps exam rooms for clinical procedures and assist providers with patient care
• Assists providers during routine checkups, outpatient procedures, and other physical exams
• Monitors and thoroughly documents patient symptoms for provider review during clinical exams.
• Provides compassionate patient support and care, attention, and assistance during office visits.
• Prepares and administers medications under the direction of supervising physician.
• Additional responsibilities as required.

Requirements

Education

• Graduation from an accredited medical assistant program.
• Graduates of a Licensed Practical Nursing program will also be considered.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred.

Experience

• 2-3 years prior experience in a medical office or related medical facility preferred

Certifications

• Current BLS / CPR Certification
• Medical Assistant registration / certification preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with technology, including Zoom, Teams, Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic Medical Record systems, or related software.
• Proficiency with EKG.
• Demonstrates professionalism, respect, and tact always.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology, coding procedures, and clinical pharmacology.
• Displays enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward coworkers and all members of the practice.
• Understands and adheres to patient confidentiality.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people of varying ages, ethnicities, life experiences, etc.
• Comfortable working independently as well as part of the team
• Dependable, displays flexibility and shows initiative.

Special Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, there is possible exposure to blood and body fluids, infectious diseases, chemicals, and repetitive motions.
• The employee is regularly required to sit and use a computer.
• Frequently required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

About OneVeracity

OneVeracity partners with brokers to help self-funded employers reduce medical and pharmacy costs without compromising care. It delivers Health Plan Solutions, VeracityRx, Care Solutions, and Onsite Health Centers in one integrated model that gives employers a clearer, more coordinated way to manage healthcare spend. The approach is grounded in three guiding principles: enhance care, reduce costs, and make it easy. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Kennesaw, Georgia, OneVeracity is a privately held company that serves self-funded employers across industries including manufacturing, government, and professional services. Learn more at www.OneVeracity.com.