Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Operations

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Kirksville (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under supervision of a medical provider.

This role assists with procedures, maintains exam rooms, facilitates patient intake, and ensures efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent service to patients and staff. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting, and BCLS certification are

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Medical office procedures

MS Office proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Time management

Critical thinking

Confidentiality

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under supervision of a medical provider.

This role assists with procedures, maintains exam rooms, facilitates patient intake, and ensures efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent service to patients and staff. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting, and BCLS certification are