Medical Assistant - Primary Care PBC

Excelsior Springs City Hospital; Excelsior Springs (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelsior Springs City Hospital is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support our outpatient services. You will collect history, record vital signs, and ensure accurate documentation in the EMR while aiding with scheduling and patient flow.

The role requires CMA certification, a high school diploma, and familiarity with medical terminology. Prior physician office experience is preferred; confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be CMA certified and have high school diploma.
• Experience in a physician office setting preferred.
• Medical terminology background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient information (history, allergies) for physician.
• Records vital signs (TPR, weight, height, BP) and growth charts.
• Documents records accurately in EMR and scans records as needed.
• Manages exam room assignments and patient flow for admissions/discharges.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and staff issues.
• Provides discharge instructions and follow-up scheduling.
• Assists with minor procedures and scheduling with outside agencies.
• Manages drug samples, supplies, and timely removal of outdated items.

Skills

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

EMR Documentation

Vital Signs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Tools

EMR Software

Job description

• Location 1700 Rainbow Boulevard,Excelsior Springs, MO, 64024,United States
• Base Pay $18.50 - $22.50 / Hour
• Job Category Primary Care PBC
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT

Contact information

• Name Kelly Stamps
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Responsibilities:

• Obtains current and correct information from patient (history, allergies, etc.) required for physician.
• Obtains and records vital signs correctly; TPR, Weight, Height, and Blood Pressure. Maintains growth charts on pediatric patients. Reviews current problem or signs and symptoms with patient.
• Records accurate documentation for records into EMR. Assists with scanning of medical records.
• Maintains accurate record of assigned and vacant exam rooms. Room’s patient efficiently and accurately. Performs correct admission and dismissal procedures.
• Degree of confidentiality maintained regarding patient information, medical staff, and office issues.
• Able to give detailed discharge instructions, follow up appointments, etc.
• Assists with minor office surgical procedures, pap smears and other procedures as needed.
• Maintains working knowledge of routines and standing orders.
• Assists with scheduling procedures, testing and surgeries with outside agencies as directed. Assists with authorization/certification of patients with insurance for surgery or procedures as needed. E-faxes and phones pharmacies with patient prescriptions as directed by office policy.
• Inventories and maintains appropriate supply of drug samples and supplies. Ensures outdated medications and supplies are removed per policy in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
• Prefer previous experience in a physician office setting
• Medical terminology background preferred
• Previous experience in specific medical field preferred

Additional Information

• Hiring Manager - Name and Title Kelly Stamps - Director of Outpatient Services