Medical Assistant - West Side Clinic

Beloit Health System; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Beloit Health System is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join the Beloit Clinic West Side Clinic. This role supports physicians, completes clinical and administrative duties, and helps ensure a positive patient experience in a fast-paced clinic.

Ideal candidates hold CMA/RMA/CCMA certification, CPR within three months, and have EMR experience. Minimum two years of clinical experience preferred; benefits eligible with first shift hours.

Qualifications

• Current certification as Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or CCMA) at hire.
• CPR certification within three months of hire.
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient documentation and medical records prior to appointments.
• Escort patient to exam room, obtain vitals, and update record with history, meds, allergies, and data.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Verify and document procedure consents.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures.
• Administer medications as ordered and document treatment.
• Support patient and family education.
• Maintain infection control and patient safety standards.
• Process prior authorizations and pre-certifications.
• Handle and triage phone calls under supervision of a licensed professional.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and stock exam rooms.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Compassionate care

EMR experience

Education

CMA/RMA/CCMA certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Beloit Health System is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our team at the Beloit Clinic West Side Clinic. If you enjoy working directly with patients, thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment, and are passionate about delivering exceptional care, we'd love to hear from you.

• Shift: First Shift
• Schedule: 7:30a to 5:00p
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Benefits: Benefits Eligible
• Location: Beloit Clinic West Side Clinic

As a Medical Assistant, you will support physicians and other licensed healthcare professionals while ensuring a positive patient experience. Responsibilities include both clinical and administrative duties that contribute to quality patient care and efficient clinic operations.

The Medical Assistant Will

• Prepare patient documentation and medical records before appointments
• Escort patient to room, obtains vitals and updates medical record, which would include a brief medical history or chief complaint, current medication, allergies, smoking status, pain status, immunization status, and all meaningful use data collection.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures
• Verify and document procedure consents
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures
• Administer medications as ordered and accurately document treatment
• Assist with diagnostic procedures and treatments
• Support patient and family education
• Adhere to infection control and patient safety standards
• Complete prior authorizations and pre-certifications
• Process patient forms, including FMLA, short-term disability, and long-term disability paperwork
• Manage medication refill requests according to established protocols
• Handle and triage phone calls under the supervision of a licensed healthcare professional
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records
• Order and maintain clinical supplies
• Clean and stock exam rooms
• Participate in quality improvement activities and department initiatives

Job Requirements

• Current certification or registration as a Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or CCMA) at the time of hire
• CPR certification within three months of hire
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care
• Experience in Family Practice preferred with experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Two years of clinical experience preferred