Medical Assistant Sr - Primary Care - Days

INTEGRIS Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in Oklahoma City as a Medical Assistant Sr. This role involves mentoring new staff, providing patient care, and ensuring adherence to safety goals. Enjoy a supportive environment with enhanced benefits, including paid family leave and a strong retirement match.

Benefits

Front-loaded PTO

100% paid short-term disability

Increased retirement match

Paid family leave

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a clinic Medical Assistant in an ambulatory setting.
• Validation of competency in medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and serves as a liaison between provider and patient.
• Instruct patients on signs/symptoms of complications and home management.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Customer service

Education

Current nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification

CPR or BLS certification

Job description

INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Primary Care - Oklahoma City

INTEGRIS Health Medical Group Primary Care, Oklahoma’s largest not-for-profit health system, has a great opportunity for a Medical Assistant Sr in Oklahoma City. In this position, you’ll work Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm with our Hobby Lobby Clinic team, providing exceptional care to those who have entrusted INTEGRIS Health with their healthcare needs. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today to learn more about our recently enhanced benefits package for all eligible caregivers, including front-loaded PTO, 100% INTEGRIS Health paid short-term disability, increased retirement match, and paid family leave. We invite you to join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health.

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant Senior acts as a mentor to new Level II and entry-level Medical Assistants, assisting with orientation and staff development. Provides direct patient care and serves as a liaison between provider and patient. Performs duties such as taking vital signs, patient history, venipuncture, lab work, x-ray, referrals, and managing patient phone messages as directed by the provider and/or clinical supervisor. This role requires age-related competencies and adherence to National Patient Safety Goals based on patient contact level.

Qualifications

• Current nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification/registration
• At least 3 years of experience as a clinic Medical Assistant in an ambulatory setting
• 3 years of direct customer service experience; telephone customer service experience preferred
• CPR or BLS certification within 90 days of employment
• Validation of competency in medication administration
• Core competencies demonstration within 90 days
• Effective communication skills in English (Verbal/Written)
• For IMG Float Pool: Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record to operate INTEGRIS-owned or personal vehicle

Responsibilities

• Instruct patients/caregivers on signs/symptoms of complications and home management related to their disease process
• Accurately and promptly document patient status using EMR
• Review charts for accuracy post-visit
• Report suspected abuse and refer patients/families to appropriate resources
• Perform procedures such as Venipuncture, EKG, Waived Testing, Bone Density, X-Ray, and others as assigned
• Sterilize equipment after procedures
• Manage high call volumes with excellent telephone etiquette
• Organize workflow to meet patient needs timely
• Gather and document patient condition information, including lab values, pain levels, education needs, nutritional status, and potential complications
• Participate in patient assessment and care plan development
• Monitor for signs of abnormal lab values or deviations from baseline
• Assist in developing and evaluating patient care interventions, including medication administration (excluding narcotics)
• Support orientation and skill development of new staff
• Sign off on Level II competencies
• Responsible for patient care under their supervision, ensuring a hazard-free environment

This role may involve additional physical or respiratory demands. Follow standard precautions, especially considering potential exposure to infectious materials and hazardous risks. All applicants will be considered regardless of protected status as defined by law.