Medical Assistant

Summit Spine & Joint Centers; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Spine & Joint Centers is seeking a Medical Assistant to support busy regional clinics in Savannah and Pooler. The role involves triaging patients, rooming, taking vitals, documenting in EW EMR, and assisting providers.

Candidates should have 1 year of clinical experience and preferably a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. This is a full-time position reporting to the Assistant Operations Manager, with location flexibility within Region 13 as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with EMR systems preferred.
• 1 year clinical experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education, training, and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients, room patients, take vitals, and chart in the EMR.
• Assist providers in exam rooms.
• Process messages between patients and administration or other medical offices.
• Report to office manager and/or practice administrator.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

EClinical Works (EW)

Job description

Company Overview

Summit Spine and Joint Centers (SSJC) is on track to become the largest comprehensive spine and joint care provider in the state of Georgia while providing clinical, surgical, and imaging services to our patients. We are seeking qualified individuals to join our team and provide exceptional patient care!

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision of a licensed provider, as a Medical Assistant, one must be able to effectively chart within the EMR system, provide referrals and perform clinical duties. We are seeking motivated individuals who show excellent communication skills. Must be able to problem-solve and multitask as we are a fast-paced practice. Gain skill and knowledge of organization policies and procedures in support of the department.

This job is a full-time position at Summit Spine & Joint Centers that reports to the Assistant Operations Manager. This position's primary locations will be for region 13 clinic locations (see below) and subject to change based on coverage/business needs.

Region 18 Operating Schedule

• Savannah: Monday - Friday 8am- 5pm
• Pooler: Wednesday 8am-5pm

Responsibilities

• Triage patients to be seen by providers which include, but are not limited to rooming patients, taking vitals, merging patient charts and communicating directly with patients
• Assist providers in exam rooms
• Effectively process messages between patients and administration or other medical offices
• Report to office manager and/or practice administrator
• Other duties as assigned

The employee must communicate professionally, respectfully, and effectively with patients, visitors, clinicians, coworkers, and vendors, including in busy, demanding, or stressful circumstances.

The employee must maintain professional composure and consistently perform assigned duties throughout the scheduled work period; manage routine workplace stressors and feedback without disrupting patient care, patient-facing operations, or coworkers' work; and use established de-escalation and escalation procedures when appropriate.

The employee must exercise sound judgment; maintain appropriate workplace boundaries; receive and respond to routine feedback and direction; protect confidential patient and business information; and address patient or workplace concerns through established supervisory and safety procedures. These functions are essential to the position.

Skills And Abilities

• Must be willing to travel to all locations within assigned region
• Detail-oriented
• Willingness to cross-train on all other clinical responsibilities including but not limited to MA/Fluoro tasks.

Education And Experience

• Experience using EClinical Works or other EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems preferred
• 1-year Clinical Experience Preferred
• Bachelor's Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience