Medical Assistant - MAT - 047

LifeStream is a behavioral health and social services organization that provides high-quality treatment, education, care management, rehabilitation, child welfare, primary care and homeless services to children, adolescents, and adults. Located in Central Florida, LifeStream primarily serves the residents of Lake, Citrus and Sumter Counties, with additional programs located in Orange, Marion, Hernando counties.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT - MAT 047

JOB SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant is responsible for directly supporting a healthcare department or unit by completing administrative and clinical tasks for a physician's office, hospital, outpatient clinic, or other healthcare facility i.e., clinic, medical director, clinic staff (RN), outpatient practitioners. The duties vary with the location, specialty, and size or complexity of the practice. A successful Medical Assistant will be well versed in psychiatry, capable of understanding mental status, and the use of psychotropic medications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative Duties may include:

• Entering/maintaining electronic health records

• Answering telephones and greeting patients with outstanding customer service

• Updating and filing patient medical records

• Coding and filling out insurance forms

• Scheduling appointments

• Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services

• Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping

Clinical Duties may include:

• Taking medical histories, explaining treatment procedures to patients, preparing patients for examination

• Assisting the physician during exams

• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens, drawing blood, performing basic laboratory tests

• Instructing patients about medication and special diets

• Preparing and administering medications as directed by a physician, authorizing prescription refills as directed

• Taking electrocardiograms, removing sutures and changing dressings

Patient Liaison:

• Medical assistants are instrumental in helping patients feel at ease in the physician's office and often explain the physician's instructions

• LSBC reserves the right to change the location of work and that an employee may be required to work from any office or department of the company as the need arises or due to company demands.

• Participate consistently in all in-service training programs.

• The ability to comply with the regulations requiring a workplace of dignity and respect and equal employment opportunity compliance.

• The ability to work collaboratively with others and to accept constructive criticism from supervisors and managers.

• Willingness to abide by the company's published rules and regulations

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Education:

• High school diploma or GED required

• Possess or be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification

• MA Certification preferred

• Experience:

• Some college preferred

• Minimum of One (1) year experience in a position that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities as a medical assistant.

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT: Completes all requirements according to Individual Training Plan within the first six months of hire and annually. Other training and/or professional development may be assigned due to evolution of programs.

CHECK OUT THESE GREAT BENEFITS!

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

• Short Term Disability

• Pension Plan

• 403(b)

• PTO over 4 weeks your 1st year!

• Flexible Work Schedules

• Shift and Weekend Differentials

• And More!

Quick Apply or through LifeStream's Website:

https://secure3.entertimeonline.com/ta/6030993.careers?CareersSearch

LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.