Medical Assistant: Patient-Centered Care & Impact

Wellstar Health Systems; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a fast-paced healthcare setting in Georgia. The MA will gather vital signs, prepare patients for exams, and assist physicians and APPs, while coordinating tests and follow-up care and documenting treatments in the medical record.

Ideal candidates will have experience in a physician practice, be able to read/write English, and demonstrate strong organizational and teamwork skills to ensure

Qualifications

• Experience in a physician practice setting (preferred; minimum 1 year).
• Ability to read, write and speak English; basic computer skills.
• Must be organized and attentive to detail.
• Ability to engage in teamwork and maintain positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Gather and record vital signs and other patient information for visits.
• Prepare patients for exams and assist during treatments.
• Coordinate tests and follow-up care; record treatment in medical record.
• Support front office operations by assisting with check-in/check-out and scheduling.
• Uphold safety and patient experience in all care delivery.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED/Certificate

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a fast-paced healthcare setting in Georgia. The MA will gather vital signs, prepare patients for exams, and assist physicians and APPs, while coordinating tests and follow-up care and documenting treatments in the medical record.

Ideal candidates will have experience in a physician practice, be able to read/write English, and demonstrate strong organizational and teamwork skills to ensure