Humble, Texas, USA
29 days ago
Medical Assistant

Job Description

Greet and escort patients to examining room; make them feel welcome and comfortable

Prepare patient for exams; obtain urine specimens, check vital signs, document symptoms, complaints & medications

Ensure the patient's demographic information is correct and updated

Evaluate calls for emergencies and triage appropriately

Coordinate and schedule physician's appointments, meetings, etc.

Assist the physician, residents and fellows with exams and procedures

Give injections and/or teach the patient to administer injections to self

Assist patient with obtaining lab slips and/or referrals, scheduling procedures, prescriptions, etc.

Educate patients on healthcare concerns & problems, office & hospital procedures, medications, testing, etc.

Cooperate and interact with team members and coworkers

Maintain a safe environment for patients and others

Maintain patient confidentiality

Maintain patient flow

Follow HIPAA guidelines.

Other duties as required

Qualifications

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Excellent customer service orientation and phone skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Exceptional organizational skills

Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective, working relationships

Ability to handle oneself in a professional manner

Adheres to policies and procedures

Experience:

1+ Year of Experience in a Clinical Setting Preferred

Completed Medical Assistant Program

Certificate/License:

Medical Assisting Certification Required

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

 

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Technical Requirements (for remote workers only, not applicable for onsite/in office work):

In order to successfully work remotely, supporting our patients and providers, we require a minimum of 5 MBPS for Download Speed and 3 MBPS for the Upload Speed. This should be acquired prior to the start of your employment. The best measure of your internet speed is to use online speed tests like https://www.speedtest.net/. This gives you an update as to how fast data transfer is with your internet connection and if it meets the minimum speed requirements. Work with your internet provider if you have questions about your connection. Employees who regularly work from home offices are eligible for expense reimbursement to offset this cost.

Privia Health is committed to creating and fostering a work environment that allows and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. Privia is a better company when our people are a reflection of the communities that we serve. Our goal is to encourage people to pursue all opportunities regardless of their age, color, national origin, physical or mental (dis)ability, race, religion, gender, sex, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.  

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