Job Title: Medical Assistant
Job Description

As a Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for preparing patients for examination and treatment, maintaining medical supplies, and assisting providers with patient care. You will also handle administrative duties, manage patient flow, and ensure quality control in a pediatric office setting.

ResponsibilitiesPrepare patients for examination and treatment; clean exam and treatment rooms before and after patient encounters; instruct patients in complex testing requirements and medical procedures.Review electronic health records for immunizations, labs, and consults.Monitor vital signs and track changes as necessary.Recognize urgent patient problems and/or emergencies, and address the patient's situation with the MD and/or RN.Organize and maintain medical supplies and equipment.Assist providers with management of patient allergies, medications, and history.Process lab referrals within electronic health records.Answer phone calls and respond to patient requests for lab results, prescriptions, and immunization history; oversee the follow-up process for lab results and instructions per provider.Perform vaccine inventory, storage, and handling; complete requests for school and medication forms.Provide guidance to other staff members and make recommendations to the manager.Serve as a resource for patient-related communications as defined by PCMH workflow.Act as a communication liaison to other medical assistants and staff; ensure office policy and procedures are being followed.Manage staff resources and assignments.Train and mentor medical assistant staff.Perform vaccine management, ensuring appropriate vaccine storage and monitoring processes are followed; act as an emergency resource for vaccine storage.Monitor patient flow and make changes to improve productivity.Maintain patient flow design according to PCMH and Meaningful Use workflow.Demonstrate immunization protocol efficiency as required.Recognize limitations and discuss any complications with the proper professional staff member.Implement guidelines regarding HIPAA and OSHA regulations.Participate and lead workflow process improvements related to MU and PCMH.Remain knowledgeable of insurances, billing processes, patient care referrals, and financial impact.Essential SkillsMedical Assistant CertificationKnowledge of vital signs monitoringVaccine knowledge to educate parents and pediatricsBasic math calculationsKnowledge of examinations, diagnostic, and treatment room proceduresKnowledge of medical equipment and medical terminologyBasic computer skillsKnowledge of insurance verification and patient flow monitoringGood communication skills (written and oral)Customer service skillsAbility to train and coach staffExperience with electronic medical recordsAdditional Skills & QualificationsExperience in pediatric settingsFamiliarity with HIPAA and OSHA regulationsKnowledge of PCMH and Meaningful Use workflowAbility to work independentlyWork Environment

This role is based in a pediatric office serving newborns to 18-year-olds, managing approximately 50 patients a day. You will work alongside 2 Medical Assistants and 2 providers. The office does not have a supervisor on-site, so the ability to work independently is essential. The environment is dynamic and may require sitting at the Laurel location due to its higher activity level, with providers guiding task feasibility.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Glenn Dale,MD.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 26, 2024.

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