Medical Assistant Coordinator / Vascular Surgery Clinic

Emory Healthcare; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Wellness incentives

Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Jonesboro seeks a Medical Assistant Coordinator to support patient care and clinic operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in patient care, possess medical assistant certification, and maintain current BLS certification. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting patients, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role offers comprehensive health benefits and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current AHA BLS certification is required.
• One year work experience preferred.
• Must complete medical assistant orientation and training.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and observation duties.
• Take vital signs and administer medications as per policy.
• Maintain cleanliness in examination rooms.

Skills

Patient care experience

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

Overview: Medical Assistant Coordinator / Vascular Surgery Clinic role to support patient care and clinic operations within Emory Healthcare.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs
• And more

Candidate Must Meet The Following Requirements

• Medical Assistant certification from NHA, NCCT, AAMA, or AMT.
• Current BLS from the American Heart Association upon hire.

Description

We are seeking a capable Medical Assistant / MA Coordinator who has acquired broad experience in caring for patients and has developed a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient population.

• Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider, RN, or LPN.
• Responsible for performing routine and more complex medical assistant clinical duties to include, but not limited to, taking vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications per The Emory Clinic approved policy, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination rooms in an outpatient care setting.
• As part of a patient focused service, promotes a supportive and healing environment to enhance customer and staff satisfaction.
• Assists in emergency situations as directed by a licensed provider, RN, or LPN.
• Maintains a clean and healthy environment in compliance with Universal Precaution guidelines and safety standards.
• Orders, verifies, and stores unit supplies.
• Performs patient and practice administrative duties including: patient check in/out, chart prep, POS collection, scheduling follow-up appointments, scheduling ancillary & procedure appointments, uploading imaging and records, precertification for procedures, Zendesk requests, bump list, answering calls, and charge entry admin pool messages.
• All duties and patient interaction performed in accordance with Emory Healthcare patient and family centered care standards.
• May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas.
• Performs other related responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• One year work experience preferred.
• Current AHA BLS certification is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Current certification as one of the following is required: CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), CCMA (NHA), or NCMA (NCCT).
• Preferred certification is the CMA or RMA.
• Must successfully complete all medical assistant orientation and training requirements and annual skills competency.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. One week's advance notice is preferred.