MEDICAL ASSISTANT - PULMONARY & SLEEP MEDICINE OF MARYVILLE - FT DAYS (54813)

Anderson Hospital; Maryville (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Maryville is seeking a Medical Assistant for full-time days. The role involves both administrative and clinical duties, including patient registration, vital signs, and medication administration. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, experience in a medical setting, and strong communication skills. This position offers a chance to contribute to high-quality patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a medical setting preferred.
• Certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Perform office duties: registration, records, scheduling.
• Perform clinical duties: rooming patients, vital signs, drawing blood.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate effectively.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical terminology course

Medical assistant program

Job description

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Job Summary: The medical assistant performs administrative support duties under the direction of the practice manager, including scheduling appointments, answering calls, registering patients, updating demographics, verifying insurance, and processing payments. Clinical duties, supervised by the physician or mid-level provider, include recording vital signs and histories, preparing patients, drawing blood, and administering medications.

Service and Quality Standards

• Service: Customer focus, anticipating needs, adhering to standards, compassion, dignity, respect, confidentiality, and trust.
• People: Courteous, respectful, positive interactions, promoting a harassment-free environment, and acting ethically.
• Quality: Excellent patient care, safety consciousness, involvement in improvement efforts, and meeting educational requirements.
• Growth: Commitment to hospital mission, involvement, supporting initiatives, innovation, and teamwork.
• Finance: Resource stewardship, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and conservation.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform office duties: registration, records, scheduling, phone tasks.
• Perform clinical duties: rooming patients, vital signs, histories, preparing patients, drawing blood, administering medications.
• Ensure safe, effective care and maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff.
• Maintain flexibility and organization to meet staffing needs.
• Facilitate patient/visitor activities courteously and efficiently.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; medical terminology course or background required; medical assistant program preferred; certification preferred or willingness to obtain.

Experience: Experience in a medical setting; prior medical assistant experience preferred.

Other: Proficiency with computers; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Working Conditions & Physical Activity

Exposure to blood and body fluids; use of protective measures required. Physical activities include lifting, pushing, reaching, climbing, squatting, sitting, standing, and walking, with specified percentages of activity.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare