Medical Assistant, Clinic

freemanhealth; Arkansas; On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement with employer match

PTO / FTO

Job summary

Freeman Health is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to support the Medical Plaza - Wedington Family Medicine practice. You will assist in examinations, take vital signs, collect health histories, and maintain patient records in the electronic system.

The role demands friendly, professional service and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinic. Requirements include current Medical Assistant certification and a High School diploma, plus about one year of clinic experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification or Registration.
• 1 year clinic experience.
• Ability to take vitals and collect patient data.

Responsibilities

• Assists provider and nursing staff in care for clinic patients.
• Maintains exam rooms with supplies and cleanliness.
• Greets patients and prepares them for examinations.
• Assists with follow up appointments and referrals.
• Maintains accurate patient records in the system.

Skills

Patient intake

Vital signs

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Friendly demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Our Mission

To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions.

Schedule:

1st Shift, Monday through Friday. No weekends/no holidays.

What You’ll Do

This position will support Medical Plaza - Wedington - Family Medicine practice.

Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Conducts intake on patients , vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and completes patient health history in the electronic medical record. Displays good decision making skills and has knowledge of anatomy and proficient in medical terminology. Must be able to multi task. May be required to draw and collect blood samples for patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis, might be exposed to bodily fluids during patient care. Must be friendly, professional and able to keep a fast pace during clinic hours.

Responsibilities

Assists provider and/or nursing staff in providing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices.

Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials; ensures cleanliness.

Greets patients and prepares them for the nurse and/or provider examination by taking them to the exam room and obtaining weight, temperature and blood pressure.

Helps patient with follow up appointment and/or referrals.

Efficiently utilizes the clinics data management system (electronic or manual) to maintain accurate patient records and utilizes NHS interface in a proficient manner.

Screen patients for appropriate information to enter in the records. Assures chart is accurate and complete.

Completes paperwork accurately, completely and in a timely manner.

Communicates pertinent data concerning the clients status with members of the health team to ensure continuity of care.

Ensures assigned office(s) provide a good customer experience as measured by PCA Question #2 Staff/Team Member Service Operations Marker.

Ensures assigned office(s) offer acceptable patient wait times as measured by PCA Question #3 Wait Time Operations Marker.

Ensures assigned office(s) provide an overall very satisfactory patient care experience as measured by PCA Question #6 Would Recommend Operations Marker.

Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

Current Medical Assistant Certification or Registration

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent

1 year clinic experience

Freeman Perks and Programs

• For eligible full time and part time employees Freeman offers a wide variety of career opportunities, a great work culture and generous benefits, most starting day one!
• Health, vision, dental insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Wellness program with discounts to Health Insurance or Cash Bonus with Participation
• Milestone payments with longevity of employment
• Paid time off (PTO) or Flex Time Off (FTO)
• Extended Sick pay
• Learning Center designated only for Freeman Family members
• Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, Cafeteria, etc.

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