Medical Assistant

Physician Partners of America; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Physician Partners of America seeks a Medical Assistant to greet patients, perform check-in/check-out, and escort patients to exam rooms. You will collect vital signs, patient histories, and medication histories to prepare patients for provider visits.

Under supervision, you will verify insurance, maintain patient records, assist with examinations, and perform basic lab tests. Travel to clinics within the region may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required or in process.
• Medical Assistant experience (1+ year preferred).
• Pain management experience (1 year) preferred.
• Willingness to travel between regional clinics as needed.
• English communication skills required; additional languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients upon entry and perform check-in/check-out duties.
• Assist front desk by verifying insurance for walk-ins and scheduling appointments.
• Take patient histories and vital signs; prepare for examinations.
• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and perform basic tests.
• Enter data into EMR and manage patient records.

Skills

English proficiency

Professional communication

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLS certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR management

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant greets patients upon entry, performs check in and check out functions, escorts patients to exam room and preps patients to see medical provider (collects vital signs, patient social history, and medication history).

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Under the supervision of a Physician, Mid-Level Provider, and Practice Manager and/or Lead Medical Assistant:
• Handles front desk duties; checking patient in and out, verifying insurance for walk-in patients, answering calls
• Maintains patients’ accounts and records, word processing, and scheduling of patients
• Takes patient histories and vital signs
• Prepares patients for examination and/or procedures
• Assists the physician and mid-level provider with examinations and treatments
• Performs selected diagnostic tests as directed by the physician
• Assists physicians and mid-levels during examinations
• Collects and prepare laboratory specimens, e.g., urine drug screen samples
• Performs basic laboratory tests such as AccuCheck (blood sugar)
• Sterilizes medical instruments as appropriate
• Prepares and administers medications as directed by a physician (IM injections)
• Enters data into patient’s electronic record; scans and indexes documents accurately to patient’s electronic medical records
• Arranges for hospital admissions and laboratory services
• Performs all job duties assigned by any provider and leadership within the scope of a Medical Assistant

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Strong ethical and moral character references
• BLS certification
• Medical Assistant experience (1+ year preferred)
• Minimum of one year pain management experience preferred
• Travel to and from clinics within the region and within reasonable distance as business needs support the request

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner-- able to counsel/teach customers, train co-workers, and positively contribute to marketing/public relations. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from patients, regulatory agencies, or members of the medical and business community.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and EHR management

HOURS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Our medical clinics are located in Florida, Texas and California. The job will be Monday through Friday. Work hours will typically be 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (may be subject to change with clinic case load).

Hazards: Occasional contact with communicable diseases, electrical equipment, blood borne pathogens, etc.

Personal protective equipment: Provided if necessary (gowns, gloves, masks, head cover)

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.