Medical Support Assistant (MSA)

Prometheus Federal Services; Clearlake (CA); Sur place; USD 33 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Prometheus Federal Services (PFS) is seeking a Medical Support Assistant to support scheduling and front desk duties at the Clearlake VA Outpatient Clinic. The on-site role emphasizes accurate appointment scheduling in accordance with VHA directives and strong customer service.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, clerical experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and ability to communicate clearly in English; familiarity with medical terminology and security clearance requirements is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6 months of general clerical experience and 6 months experience with scheduling software.
• Fluent in speaking, reading, writing English.
• Typing 45–60 wpm with minimal errors.
• Heavy phone and computer use on daily basis.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and hospital terminology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word; understanding medical computer systems.

Responsabilités

• Schedule appointments and front desk duties per VHA directives.
• Answer calls promptly for scheduling requests and manage CPRS charts.
• Coordinate with Lead Scheduler to ensure timely patient communications.
• Ensure schedulers/receptionists present a positive, proactive demeanor.
• Support quality improvement to meet performance measures.
• Provide high-quality customer service to patients, families, VA staff, and clinicians.

Connaissances

Clerical experience

English fluency

Excel

Outlook

Word

Medical terminology

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

CPRS familiarity

Description du poste

Position Summary

Prometheus Federal Services (PFS) is a trusted partner of federal health agencies. We currently have openings for a Medical Support Assistant (MSA). The work will be on-site at the Clearlake VA Outpatient Clinic

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To succeed in this job, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Contractor is the designated MSA scheduler/receptionist responsible for the performance and coordination of appointment scheduling in accordance with the VHA Directive 1230, Outpatient Scheduling and Process and Procedures 1230(5)_D_2016-07-15 (2).pdf. Front desk duties which may vary at each location depending on the clinic’s needs.
• Answers all phone calls in a timely manner for scheduling requests daily, Monday - Friday and charts in patient’s CPRS chart as required.
• Works with Lead Scheduler to achieve all patient communications are completed on time and appropriately.
• Works with Lead Scheduler and scheduling/reception team to ensure all schedulers/receptionists are competent and represent the VA in a positive, proactive demeanor.
• The contractor participates in quality improvement as directed, in order to ensure that the SF VA Health System is in compliance with all performance measures established by the SFVHCS, VISN 21, VA Central Office, JCAHO, OSHA, SOARS, and Inspector General.
• The contractor performs quality customer service for all patients; patient families; VA Staff, contractors, physicians, fellows, residents.
• The contractor always assures the safety of all patients. Adheres to the SF VA Health System Policy and Procedural Memorandums and the directives and policies set by JCAHO, OSHA and Hybrid‑Title 38.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Medical Support Assistant position requires 6 months of general clerical experience as well as 6 months experience with using computer programs that focus on general scheduling.
• Proven ability to speak, understand, read, and write English fluently.
• Utilize computer programs appropriately, using involving spreadsheets, word processing, etc.; log in; type 45-60 wpm with minimum errors.
• Heavy phone and computer usage, often simultaneously.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, hospital terminology and/or clinics.
• Technical Proficiency: Contractor shall be technically proficient in the skills of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word Document and have an understanding on how medical computer systems operate necessary to fulfill the government’s requirements, including the ability to speak, understand, read, and write English fluently. The contractor will provide documents as needed to verify current and ongoing competency; skills related to the provision of care, treatment and/or services performed within the medical center.
• Ability to pass a required level of security clearance (NACI level background check)
• Authorized to work in the U.S. indefinitely without sponsorship.
• Ability to obtain public trust.

Compensation & Benefits

PFS offers a benefits package that may include health, dental, and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; a retirement plan; paid time off; and other programs to support employees and their families. Learn more about PFS Benefits.

The posted salary range represents PFS's good‑faith estimate for this role. Actual compensation offered will be determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to: the candidate's education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience;internal equity; geographic location; and contract and organizational requirements. PFS is committed to fair, consistent, and equitable compensation practices across the organization, and offers are calibrated to maintain internal pay equity while remaining competitive in the external market.

SCA Salary Range: $23.66 / Hour + $5.42 H&W

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by law.

Accommodations

PFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure applicants with disabilities have equal access to the hiring process, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.

Workplace Health, Safety, and Compliance

This position may be subject to client‑specific or government‑mandated vaccination, health, or safety requirements, which may change over time.

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