Urgent Care Medical Assistant — Patient-Focused

GoHealth Urgent Care; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

GoHealth Urgent Care Imperial, MO is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support Medical Providers, Radiologic Technologists, and patients. Responsibilities include patient registration, triage, vital signs, and point-of-care testing to ensure a smooth and efficient patient experience.

The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant program graduate preference, BLS certification, and relevant experience, working under a licensed healthcare supervisor.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program preferred.
• 1+ years of Medical Assistant experience under a licensed healthcare supervisor within the last 3 years preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient registration, securing required paperwork and insurance documentation.
• Process co-pays and schedule patient appointments for assigned center.
• Coordinate provider referrals to assigned Specialist.
• Answer patient questions regarding their care and keep them informed of their status.
• Prepare patients for examination and verify patient information and medical history.
• Perform preliminary vital signs and escalate critical cases to provider.
• Conduct point of care testing (flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG).
• Maintain supply inventory and maintain exam rooms, front desk, and reception area.
• Maintain medical records and scanning charts to patient files.
• Answer phone calls and manage daily correspondence.
• Ensure reception is well maintained and perform opening/closing duties including cashing out.
• Document daily controls and calibration of equipment and submit repair tickets as needed.

Job description

GoHealth Urgent Care Imperial, MO is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support Medical Providers, Radiologic Technologists, and patients. Responsibilities include patient registration, triage, vital signs, and point-of-care testing to ensure a smooth and efficient patient experience.

The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant program graduate preference, BLS certification, and relevant experience, working under a licensed healthcare supervisor.