Medical Assistant

Upson Regional Medical Center; Thomaston (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Upson Regional Medical Center in Thomaston, GA is seeking a Medical Assistant to greet patients, prepare charts and assist clinicians. This role supports patient flow across locations with a focus on accuracy and compassionate care.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited MA program (or 1 year office experience), and certification; two+ years in a medical setting are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an Accredited Medical Assistant Program or 1 year office practice experience.
• Medical Assistant Certification desired.
• Two or more years experience in a medical office or hospital environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greets and assists patients in the office.
• Assembles daily patient charts.
• Obtains lab and referral information for physician review.
• Prepares patients for examination and assists physicians during encounters.
• Educates patients regarding minor office procedures.
• Maintains medical records information for patient visits, referrals, insurance pre-certification and billing.
• May travel to multiple locations and work varying hours, including holidays.
• Provides friendly, confidential assistance to every patient.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Office Tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Medical Assistant

Upson Regional Medical Center Thomaston, Georgia, United States

About this position

Join a winning team!

Upson Regional Medical Center is a small hospital with a BIG heart! Our employees enjoy an environment where they can take care of patients with a high degree of quality and compassion. Patients get to experience top-notch healthcare with modern technology and a team with a focus of excellence for every patient, every time.

Greets and assists all patients and/or customers who are present in the office. Put together daily patient charts. Obtains lab and referral information for physician review. Prepares patients for examination and assists physicians during patient encounters. Answers patient questions and educates regarding minor office procedures. Maintains medical records information for patient visits, other referrals, insurance pre-certification information, and billing. May work varying hours, as needed, including holidays. May be required to travel to multiple office locations. Provides friendly, courteous, and confidential assistance to every patient.

EDUCATION

• Required: High school diploma or GED
• Desired: Medical Assistant Certification desired

EXPERIENCE

• Required: Graduate of an Accredited Medical Assistant Program or one year office practice experience
• Performing related duties.
• Desired: Two or more years experience in a medical office or hospital environment.