Medical Assistant/ Program Coordinator - San Carlos st.

LGTC Group; San Jose (CA); In loco; USD 28.000 - 34.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

LGTC Group, an outpatient mental health center in San Jose, is seeking a Medical Assistant. You will support patient flow, perform clinical tasks under supervision, and assist with treatments for eating disorders.

Strong medical terminology knowledge and team collaboration are essential. Qualifications include an Associate degree in Medical Assisting, high school diploma, and 1–2 years of MA experience preferred.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assisting program or minimal training requirements as per state law.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a patient care team.
• Professional interaction with patients, staff and physicians.
• Protect patient confidentiality and maintain professional appearance.

Mansioni

• Ensure efficient patient flow and maintain quality care.
• Carry out clinician orders and assist with patient care procedures and treatments.
• Duties focused on caring for patients with eating disorders.
• Gather basic clinical information and present to the supervising physician.
• Take vital signs and perform basic physical exams.
• Maintain list of active patients.

Conoscenze

Medical terminology

Professional communication

Confidentiality

Punctuality & reliability

Independent work

Patient interaction

Ambulatory care experience

Formazione

Associate degree in Medical Assisting

Descrizione del lavoro

About LGTC Group

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

LGTC Group is an outpatient mental health center committed to providing integrated, scientific, empathetic mental health treatment for teens, young adults, adults, and their families.

Our team members from various disciplines collaborate and coordinate interventions to provide the most effective and current treatment options. This supports individuals and their families to participate in effective decision-making aimed to improve their health and well-being.

The primary responsibility of the Medical Assistant is to ensure efficient patient flow and maintain quality care.

The clinical duties of the Medical Assistant are performed under the direct supervision of a nurse practitioner or physician.

The Medical Assistant carries out clinician orders and performs/assists with patient care procedures and treatments.

Duties will be focused on caring for patients with eating disorders.

Duties related to the Eating Disorders PHP will include:

• Gathering basic clinical information and presenting it to the supervising Physician
• Getting Vital signs and performing a basic physical exam
• Maintaining list of active patients

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Completion of all requirements in a recognized Medical Assisting training program or completion of the minimal training requirements as outlined in Section 1366 of the Business and Professions Code required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Ability to work independently as well as an integral part of the patient care team is required.
• Ability to interact with potential patients, clinic staff, physicians and departments in a professional manner.
• Must maintain professional appearance and demeanor and interface well with patients in a mental health setting.
• Must respect and adhere to office guidelines and use good judgment regarding patient confidentiality.
• Punctual, reliable and flexible.
• One to two years prior experience as a MA preferred.
• Experience working with patients who are suffering from anxiety and depression preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. This is a full time position with benefits after completion of 90 days introductory period. Compensation DOE. Serious Inquiries only

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• ambulatory care/outpatient clinic: 1 year (Required)