Medical Assistant

TeamHealth is named among the Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review. Newsweek Magazine recognizes TeamHealth as ‘one of the greatest workplaces for diversity, 2024’ and TeamHealth is also ranked as ‘The World’s Most Admired Companies’ by Fortune Magazine. TeamHealth, an established healthcare organization is physician-led and patient focused. We continue to grow across the U.S. from our Clinicians to Corporate Employees. Join us.

What we Offer:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Benefit Eligibility (Medical/Dental/Vision/Life) the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• 401K (Discretionary matching funds available)
• Generous PTO
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Equipment Provided for Remote Roles

***This is a role that will take place at a Rural Medicine Clinic with a focus on Behavioral Health & Family Medicine.***

JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW:
The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting the Medical Provider in providing quality patient care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Represents practice by displaying a respectful and caring manner with patients and their families.
Independently problem solves and utilizes resources to obtain patient information when patient is unableto communicate. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Creates a welcoming environment and acts as a patient advocate.
• Documents all assessments, actions, care and treatment responses, and communications in patient record in EMR or patient chart.
• Administers injections and PO medications as ordered by clinician accurately, safely, and properly documents in patient record in patient chart, EMR, logs, and requisitions.
• Performs labs on patient samples and lab controls according to protocol.
• Performs venipuncture to provide optimal blood sampling while practicing good technique and universal precautions to assure maximum safety and comfort.
• Maintains current working knowledge of all instruments, procedures, and techniques for all above services.
• Attends training sessions and meetings as required.
• Complies with quality assurance, HIPAA, customer service, infection control, and safety guidelines and
other policies as set forth.
• Interacts calmly, respectfully and in a friendly manner with other staff at clinic. Refers patients to proper resources including transfer, follow up and appointments as necessary, as directed by a clinician.
• Participate in development and implementation of general policies and procedures to provide for the
physical and emotional comfort and safety of patients. Maintains competence through continuing
education and in-service training.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:
• Associates Degree preferred, High School diploma from an accredited institution required
• Medical Office experience preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a medical office setting preferred.
• Current BLS/PALS certification required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Ability to perform patient intake and document problems appropriately
• Ability to identify critical illness and act accordingly
• Working knowledge of medical terminology
• High degree of verbal communication and interpersonal skills to provide emotional support
• Ability to address and resolve conflict in a professional manner
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to be flexible
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to perform detail-oriented work.
• Ability to work independently yet in conjunction with a team.
• Ability to adapt to a changing and growing atmosphere.

PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
• Job performed in a well-lighted, modern medical setting
• Potential exposure to illness/disease
• Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals/materials

Job Requirements: