Medical Assistant

Central-Ozarks-Medical-Center-; Osage Beach (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Ozarks Medical Center in Missouri is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical operations. The role involves preparing patients for exams, recording histories, verifying information, and maintaining medical records in a HIPAA-compliant environment.

Candidates should have CPR certification or be willing to obtain it, plus a high school diploma or GED and an accredited medical assisting certification. Experience with an electronic health record is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be CPR certified or become certified during probation and maintain certification throughout employment.
• High school diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited medical assisting certification program.
• Experience with an electronic health record is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains medical supplies inventory and performs preventative maintenance to keep medical equipment operating.
• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history, and confirming purpose of visit.
• Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests and reporting patient history summary.
• Maintains patient information and confidentiality; protects medical records.
• Keeps supplies and equipment ready by inventorying stock and placing orders as needed.
• Travel to COMC locations as required.

Skills

CPR certification

Customer service

Phone etiquette

Microsoft Office

EHR experience

Medical interviews/assessments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant program

Tools

EHR software

Job description

COMC is a Missouri non-profit, federally qualified health center that has served Pulaski, Laclede, Camden and Miller counties for over 40 years. Our goal is to provide the highest quality, affordable healthcare to the communities we serve. COMC is looking for a mission-driven team member who is comfortable working with patients with diverse backgrounds. Applicant must be a motivated, self-starter able to quickly adapt to new and changing conditions while maintaining a professional demeanor.

COMC offers a robust compensation and benefits package, (including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long and short-term disability, and retirement). We have an excellent staff and a wonderful patient population. The scenic Lake Ozark area is a great location for raising a family and enjoying a variety of outdoor recreational activities.

We believe that health care is a right and not a privilege. Based on that belief, we have evolved into a health center that offers high-quality health care regardless of age, race, sex, disability, religion or ability to pay. Our mission continues to be successful because of committed, dedicated and caring staff.

Responsibilities

As designated by the Medical Director within the bounds of the licensing authority.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains medical supplies inventory and performing preventative maintenance to keep medical equipment operating.
• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient, recording medical history, and confirming purpose of visit.
• Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; and reporting patient history summary.
• Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; and keeping patient information confidential.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventory stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventative maintenance and calling for repairs.
• Serves and protects the practice by adhering to professional standards; facility policies and procedures; and federal, state, and local requirements.
• Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, and meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must be CPR certified or become certified during probationary period and maintain certification throughout employment with COMC. Must maintain CEUs as directed by COMC.

Education and/or experience

High school diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited medical assistance certification program. Experience with an electronic health record is preferred.

Language Skills: Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers and regulatory agencies.

Mathematical Skills: Knowledge of fundamental math, adding machine, calculator, and Microsoft office.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Other Skills and Abilities: Strong phone etiquette and excellent customer service skills.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This includes moderate physical effort consisting of occasionally lifting or moving over 50 pounds of weight.

Travel Requirement: To fulfill the responsibility of the position travel to all COMC locations will be required. Employee should have valid Missouri driver's license. Overnight travel may also be required in specific incidences of training, conferences, etc.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Knowledge of, and compliance with, HIPAA and 340B regulations is required. Confidentiality of patient information is mandatory.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

About COMC

Central Ozarks Medical Center has been providing quality health care in Central Missouri since 1979. Central Ozarks Medical Center’s staff members are committed to leading the way to healthier communities. COMC offers a wide range of services based on the needs of the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on offering high quality healthcare regardless of insurance status. If you are uninsured and would like to look at healthcare options, our staff are more than willing to help you navigate the process.

Our Mission

COMC is committed to leading the way to healthier communities by reducing barriers to care, ensuring access for all, and creating a positive working environment of engaged team members with a shared goal.

Our Values

At COMC, we use the following strategically anchored values to guide all our actions:

• Selfless Service: We lead by example.
• Approachable: We communicate openly.
• Resilient: We enable and inspire.
• Passionate: We promote community.
• Responsive: We take action.
• Resourceful: We collaborate.