Medical Assistant Medical Office Rep

CommonSpirit Health; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health Medical Foundation in California is seeking a Medical Assistant Medical Office Rep to support daily operations for patients and the medical team.

Responsibilities include chart preparation, assisting with exams, relaying physician instructions, and coordinating with physicians, insurance, and pharmacies for medications and refills.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Program completion in Medical Assistant (DHMF HR determination).
• Basic Life Support - CPR upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient charts for daily visits and exams.
• Assist with exams or procedures and relay physician instructions.
• Administer physician-directed medications and take accurate vital signs.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Job description

*Job Summary and Responsibilities*

As our Medical Assistant Medical Office Rep, you will ensure smooth daily operations for your patients and the medical team. You can expect to support multiple patients daily, depending on physician availability. This position is represented by the SEIU-UHW.

Every day you will proactively prepare patient charts, assist with patients exams or procedure and relay physician instructions, administer physician-directed medication and perform accurate vital sign measurements, manage medical records (charts and EMR), communicate patient concerns to providers, and collaborate with physicians, insurance, and pharmacies for medication authorizations and refills.

To be successful in this role, you must have an enthusiasm to help others and the ability to work efficiently and provide empathy for our patients.

*Job Requirements**Required*

• High School Graduate or High School GED
• Satisfactory completion of a formal Medical Assistant program pursuant to the Division of Allied Health Professions or military training that is equivalent to an accredited Medical Assistant program (determination by DHMF H.R. department in conjunction with the State Division of Allied Health Professions.)
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

*Preferred*

• Six (6) month's experience in an outpatient setting as a Medical Assistant preferred
• Six (6) month's experience in an outpatient setting as a Medical Office Receptionist preferred; or an equivalent amount of experience in a high-volume customer service role in another industry/environment; or 6 months experience as a Phone Receptionist or Health Information Associate within DHMF

Where You'll Work

Dignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona and Nevada. Today, Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers, we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies, finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care, while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled, qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.

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*Pay Range*

$29.46 - $33.18 /hour