Medical Assistant - Nephrology

Summit Health Management; Hartford, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health Management is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, PAs, or NPs with exam room prep, patient flow, and charting in our Hartford-area clinics. You will assist with vitals, patient preparation, and accurate entry of information into the EHR and PMS.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; BLS is preferred. Travel to satellite locations may be required; English communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both oral and written, required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the examination room.
• Escorts patient into the room.
• Cleans examination room after exams.
• Maintains efficient patient flow.
• Documents information in EHR and PMS.
• Obtains vital signs (BP, temp, pulse, height, weight).
• Schedules appointments per department guidelines.
• Provides referrals and/or consult orders as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training

Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred

Tools

EHR systems

PMS

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians. When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for assisting physicians, PA, or NP with clerical duties, patient flow, patient care, and procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Prepares the examination room.
• Escorts patient into the room.
• Cleans examination room when the exam is complete.
• Maintains efficient patient flow.
• Ensures proper preparation for patient visits.
• Prepares pertinent information needed for patient visits.
• Communicates & provides care consistent with the age, cultural, spiritual, and developmental needs of the patient.
• Answers the telephone in an appropriate manner.
• Directs calls and/or takes accurate messages.
• Schedules appointments accurately and appropriately according to departmental guidelines.
• Consistently and accurately stocks examination rooms with all necessary supplies.
• Assists in ordering and maintaining all supplies as assigned.
• Reconciles encounters daily and accurately, according to policy guidelines.
• Effectively communicates problems, concerns, or issues to the Supervisor and/or Manager appropriately and promptly.
• Understands and performs within the scope of practice.
• Obtains vital signs: BP, temp, pulse, height & weight accurately and completely as required.
• Documents appropriately in EHR.
• Reviews and updates medication list and accurately documents knew allergies in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Demonstrates an understanding of prescription control and prescription refill procedures.
• Accurately documents allergies in EHR.
• Employs appropriate and timely use of Tasking in EHR.
• Appropriately enters orders and schedules appointments in the Practice Management System (PMS) and EHR.
• Provides referrals and/or consult orders appropriately and in a timely manner in the PMS and EHR.
• Appropriately adheres to universal safety precautions when administering medications and disposal of medical waste.
• Maintains proficiency with department specific equipment, troubleshoot, and reports malfunctions promptly Facilitates transition of care to UCC/Hospital Demonstrates flexibility with various work schedules.
• All other duties as assigned Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed although not directly assigned.
• Provide scribing services.

General Job Functions

Other duties as assigned

Physical Job Requirements

Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account.

Physical agility, which includes the ability to maneuver the body while in place.

Dexterity of hands and fingers.

Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking).

Environmental Risks

• Allergens: dust, mold, and/or pollen
• Combative Patients / Visitors

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program, required
• Basic Life Support (BLS), preferred
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, required
• Ability to organize and perform multiple tasks in a timely manner, required
• Basic proficiency in computer use, required
• Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed, required
• Travel: Travel to satellite locations as needed

About Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD: VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD and Starling Physicians. When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care. The work we do is changing the lives of our patients, our communities, and each other. Join us as we deliver the care we want to see in the world. Together, we can create better outcomes for all.