Medical Assistant - Float

Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 25,485 - 43,697; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Employee stock purchase plan

Wellness screenings and counseling programs

Job summary

A health service provider in Arizona is seeking a Medical Assistant - Float to gather essential medical information for patient care. This role requires a certification or graduation from an accredited course, along with at least one year of experience as a medical assistant. Responsibilities include ensuring patient flow, administering tests, and collaborating with care teams to enhance patient experience. Competitive pay ranging from $18.50 to $31.72, along with comprehensive benefits, makes this opportunity appealing.

Qualifications

• Must have state or national certification or graduation from an accredited medical assistant course.
• 1 year experience as a medical assistant is required.
• Proficiency in non-English languages as required by the center's demographics.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient patient flow and prepare patients for appointments.
• Administer vaccinations and perform point of care tests as required.
• Process orders for durable medical equipment and maintain medical records.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service orientation

Education

Diploma from an accredited medical assistant course

CPR or BLS Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Record systems

MS Word or Google Docs

Excel or Google Sheets

Job description

Title: Medical Assistant - Float

Company: Oak Street Health

Location: Various

The purpose of a Medical Assistant at Oak Street Health is to gather all necessary medical information regarding our patients to ensure providers have the most accurate information available when making healthcare decisions.

Medical Assistants (MA) report to the Practice Manager or Center Operations Specialist. They are a vital element of our model and important members of our Care Teams. Being an MA at Oak Street Health requires high levels of flexibility, energy, attention to detail, and problem solving skills. You will be expected to build relationships with Oak Street Health members. Medical Assistants will collaborate closely with their teammates to ensure an unmatched patient experience while driving clinical results. As an MA you will accomplish this by assisting in the assessment of patients’ health conditions, through screenings and routine diagnostic testing performed during appointments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure an efficient patient flow; room patients in a timely manner, complete vital signs, complete required screenings and complete medication reviews
• Inventory supplies and stock exam rooms
• Respond to patient requests for telephonic support (Lab results, faxing records to specialists, etc.)
• In accordance with state regulations, MAs may administer vaccinations, perform point of care tests including but not limited to: A1C, spirometry, EKGs, blood draws for lab testing, etc.
• Import required documents into EMR via scanning or PDF upload.
• Participate in care team meetings to discuss patient care and clinic operations
• Process orders for durable medical equipment
• Request medical records from external providers as required by the provider
• As required, conduct routine quality control checks including infection control measures, equipment, and checks for expired medication and supplies and/or assist in maintaining center lab
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• State or national certification (as required by state), or graduation from an accredited medical assistant course
• 1 year experience as a medical assistant
• CPR or BLS Certification
• Electronic Medical Record experience
• Computer skills: Ability to quickly navigate and use multiple computer programs to include, but not limited to: Gmail, MS Word or Google Docs, Excel or Google Sheets, etc.
• Proficiency in non-English languages as required by the center's demographics.
• US work authorization
• Must have reliable transportation and be willing to support multiple clinics.

Strongly Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in a Medical Assistant role
• Successful mastery of the workflow in their previous MA position
• An appetite for expanded responsibilities, greater clinical experience, and a chance to truly make an impact in their patients’ lives

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience working with geriatric patients
• Phlebotomy Technician Certification

Other Skills

• Problem-solving skills, professional accountability, and a flexible, positive attitude
• Strong communication skills and customer service orientation

Anticipated Weekly Hours: 40

Time Type: Full time

Pay Range: $18.50 - $31.72

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Great Benefits For Great People

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.