Medical Assistant

Location: Hometown Family Medicine

Position: Medical Assistant

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $15.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

WE ARE HIGHLY SELECTIVE IN OUR CANDIDATE REVIEW PROCESS SO WANT TO ENSURE YOU UNDERSTAND THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPECTATIONS OF THIS ROLE. PLEASE READ TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS JOB DESCRIPTION BEFORE DECIDING TO APPLY.

• CANDIDATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IF THEY CANNOT DISPLAY PROOF OF eCLINICALWORKS PROFICIENCY. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THIS EXPERIENCE*

OTHER ITEMS TO NOTE: This role requires a 90-day trial/probationary period in which the candidate would be compensated as a Contractor. At the end of the 90-day trial period, assuming candidate meets required expectations of the role, they would then be converted to a full-time employee of the business with benefits to be conferred that are in line with this role.

Work setting:

Clinic

In-person

Office

Outpatient

Private practice

Experience: Certified Medical Assistant: 3 years (Required)

Language: Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification: Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform basic medical procedures (EKG, etc.), such as taking vital signs, initial exam charting/data collection, capturing/entering/sending Rx's, answering and returning patient calls/emails, managing provider referral requests, working within EHR/EMR (eClinicalWorks), basic clean up/exam room prep.

• Managing medical supplies inventory.

• Provide medical administrative support, including scheduling appointments, managing patient flow, and handling billing and insurance claims.

• Assist healthcare providers with examinations and treatments.

• Prepare patients for procedures and assist with patient education.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.

• Ensure compliance with infection control and safety protocols.

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant in an urgent care or clinical setting (Clinical setting and at least 5yrs of MA/CMA experience is highly preferred). Candidates with less than 3 years of experience will not be considered at this time due to the requirements of this role.

• Strong phone and people interaction skills; a positive mindset and exceeding the patient expectations is critical in this role.

• Extreme proficiency within one of the most used EMR/EHR platforms (eClinicalWorks, Athena, Epic, OracleCerner)

• Proficient in medical terminology and documentation.

• Knowledge of basic life support (BLS) procedures.

• Proficiency in basic clinical medical exams, such as EKGs.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and multi-tasking between patient interactions.

• Proficient with technology, such as email management, various software systems used to run a clinic, insurance verification software.

• Strong patient care and customer service skills.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

• Proficient in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems (eClinicalWorks, Athena, Epic, OracleCerner).

• Potential candidates will need to show proof of proficiency during interview process via a "live test" on computer and phone systems.

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.

COMPENSATION:

• Compensation for this role will be commensurate with experience and skills proficiency of the candidate, which will need to be proven during the interview process and the 90-day trial period. A percentage of the compensation of the candidate will be based on production and meeting of specific metrics as defined by the business for this role. This would be considered a "bonus or at risk" part of the total compensation package, so is earned based on performance.

• If you enjoy fast-paced environments where expectations are high, but the environment is more like a family, then you will enjoy what we offer. The opportunity to earn more financially is there, as we offer part of performance-based compensation. If you are a high achiever and enjoy competing against your peers but encouraging them to perform at their best as well, then this may be the right fit for you. The healthcare field is rapidly changing, especially in the clinical world., and we are adapting quickly to remain competitive and serve our patients as best possible. Our model is not for everyone but if you like a challenge and building something without a lot of politics and red tape of a large medical system, that is what we offer. We hope to have a chance to meet and get to know you!

Benefits:

• On-the-job training

• Opportunities for advancement

• Paid sick time

• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Emergency Medicine

• Internal Medicine

• Primary Care

• Trauma Medicine

• Urgent Care

Please note this position is posted on behalf of our partner practices. This individual will be working at the specific practice that is mentioned in the above details and will not be a direct employee of Aledade, Inc. so will therefore not be eligible for the benefits available to Aledade employees.