Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Why Join Grace at Home?

Grace at Home is a provider-led, community-based health and care partner dedicated to improving the health and well-being of those who need care the most, with a deep commitment to high-needs, urban and rural communities. Our local physicians, nurses, and caregivers work together to serve people and the communities they live in, beyond just treating symptoms. We remove barriers by delivering personalized care as close to home as possible, often in-home, because we know a deep understanding of our patient’s race, culture, and environment is critical to delivering improved health outcomes. By empowering patients, providers, and caregivers with the support they need, we strive to make health and care a reality—not a burden—every single day. Join us in creating a better way to care.

Overview

The Medical Assistant provides direct patient contact in support of the Primary Care Provider to complete patient triage, medication reconciliation, provide orders to Assisted living facility staff as director by the Primary Care Provider. This role facilitates communication and patient care as the main liaison between the assisted living staff and the primary care provider.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates kindness and compassion in all patient interactions
• Coordinates care with provider for patients residing in assisted living facilities
• Work with our Assisted living partner staff to coordinate patient care needs
• Collects and documents vital signs, histories, and screenings
• Provides instruction to the patient regarding medications and diet
• Authorizes prescription refills as directed
• Facilitates the completion of needed documentation with patients / POAs
• Coordinates the distribution of remote patient monitoring (RPM) equipment
• Tracks and reports RPM results to providers
• Completes medication reconciliations for assisted living facilities
• Performs phlebotomy and correctly processes specimens
• Cleans and maintains treatment rooms and equipment
• Coordinates follow-up appointments with patients
• Performs quality controls and equipment checks.

Qualifications

The working environment and physical requirements of the job include :

Work is performed indoors in Assisted Living Community setting with air conditioning, artificial light, and an open workspace.

In this position you will need to communicate with customers, vendors, management, and other co-workers in person and over devices, sometimes with people who are agitated. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting for extended periods is common. Must be able to receive ordinary information and to prepare or inspect documents. Lifting of up to 10 lbs. occasionally may be required. Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computer terminals, calculator, copiers, and FAX machines. Good reasoning ability is important. Able to understand and utilize management reports, memos, and other documents to conduct business.

Our Benefits

Financial Well-being

Health and Wellness

Additional Perks

Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Grace at Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please contact Human Resources.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.