Lead Certified Medical Assistant

Description

$2,500 Sign on Bonus
Lead Certified Medical Assistant works with the Practice Manager and provides support with training of Medical Assistant staff. Serves as communication liaison between manager, physicians and medical assistance staff. Provides input and suggestions of improvement in patient flow, clinical policies and procedures. In addition, will administer medication and works directly with other health care professionals at the site as well as ancillary department and services to coordinate care. Utilizes a defined skill set consistent with the basic educational program, certification, and relevant work experience to deliver direct care to the patient in the outpatient clinical setting. Performs triage, monitors and records vitals of all visiting patients. Ensures medical documentation of office visits. Assist with Office and scheduling coordinator in their absence (if necessary).

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• Assist with training of Medical Assistant Staff 
• Assist physician with the daily operations of the physician’s office 
• Maintains efficient patient flow and assists with patient care, i.e. exams, procedures and patient education under the direction and supervision of a physician 
• Performs triage, monitors and records vitals of all visiting patients 
• Perform EKG and Phlebotomy, as applicable 
• Ensures medical documentation of office visits 
• Ensures that all contacts with patients, the public, physicians and other personnel are carried out in a friendly, courteous, helpful and considerate manner 

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma/GED 
• Required: Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR five years of relevant work experience in lieu of completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program 
• 3-5 years of experience in a Medical Setting preferred § EMR/EHR experience preferred, NextGen or Athena experience preferred 
• Proficiency in a windows environment with a working knowledge of Word, Outlook, and the Internet is required 
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and employees 
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in a complex, matrix environment 

 

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION 

• Required: Certified Medical Assistant through one of the following; National Healthcare Association (NHA), American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant by the American Medical Technologist (AMT), National Center for Competency Training (NCCT), the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA), or Healthcare Professional Registry of the US (HPRUS) 
• Required: Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider 

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