Medical Assistant

Summit Spine & Joint Centers; Southern Pines (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Spine & Joint Centers in Southern Pines, NC, seeks a Medical Assistant/CNA to support physicians and nurse practitioners with clinical and administrative duties in a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires at least 1 year in a medical setting, typing 25 wpm, basic computer skills, and HIPAA familiarity; CNA or MA certification is preferred. On-site clinic hours Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• 1 year of working in a medical setting; able to type at least 25 wpm; basic computer skills; some medical terminology
• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred
• Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant certification

Responsibilities

• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and collect information as required by the department.
• Record information in the patient’s chart.
• Review medications with patients and document allergies, surgeries, family history, past medical history and social history.
• Provide educational information and after-care instructions during or after visits.
• Gather documents or signatures necessary to assist the provider in treatment decisions.
• Gather incoming records and ensure they are recorded in the chart at time of visit.
• Relay clinical instructions/orders to the pharmacy via computer, phone or fax.
• Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and properly set up each day.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Exercise diplomacy and tact to provide excellent patient service; maintain confidentiality per HIPAA.

Skills

Customer service

Diplomacy & tact

Multitasking

HIPAA/privacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college

Tools

Office equipment

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 Southeast while providing clinical and surgical services to our patients. Integrated Pains Solutions, PLLC is the North Carolina division of SSJC with over 10 clinics in North Carolina and growing. We excel in providing quality care to all our patients and are trend setters in the field with our multi-modality treatment options and varied care delivery models. We are seeking qualified individuals to join our team and provide exceptional patient care!

Responsibilities

Perform clinical duties along with some administrative duties under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner.

Southern Pines Clinic Hours

Monday-Friday; Monday - Thursday 7:30am-5pm And Friday 7:30am - 12pm.

Job Duties

• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and other pertinent information as required by the department.
• Record information in the patient's chart.
• Review medication with patients and chart all allergies, surgeries, family history, past medical history and social history of the patient.
• Assist with providing educational information and after care instructions during or after visit.
• Gather appropriate documents or signatures necessary to assist the provider in treatment decisions.
• Gather incoming records and make sure that it is recorded in the patient chart at time of the visit.
• Knowledge of basic office equipment (phone, fax, scanner, copy machine)
• Relay clinical instructions/orders to the pharmacy via computer, phone or fax.
• Ensures the exam rooms are clean, stocked, and appropriately set up each day prior to patient visits.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Must be able to exercise diplomacy and tact to provide excellent customer service for patients. Practice confidentiality and privacy protocols in accordance with clinic policies and HIPAA requirements.
• Able to use customer service principles and techniques to deal with patients calmly.
• Must be able to multitask and handle other duties that may be assigned.
• Relay messages to physicians and return phone calls to patients.
• Other duties assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent, some college preferred

Experience

1 year of working in a medical setting: able to type at least 25 wpm: basic computer skills: some medical terminology

Certification / Training

Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant