Medical Assistant 2
The Medical Assistant 2 is the first point of contact for patient care. Responsible for administrative duties in addition to patient care. The Medical Assistant 2 performs varied activities and moderately complex administrative / operational / customer support assignments. Performs computations. Typically works on semi-routine assignments.
Job Functions
- Perform pre-visit planning based on patient visit type
- Manage the provider's schedule to ensure efficient workflow
- Obtain and record medical history and vital signs
- Room patients and healthcare providers with medical procedures and treatments
- Perform specimen collection and point of care testing
- Prepare and administer medications under the direction of healthcare providers
- Ensure accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) and electronic medical record (EMR) systems, including documentation of HEDIS and Stars quality measures
- Maintain established quality control standards.
Required Qualifications
Medical Assistant diploma or certificate of completion from a Medical Assisting programCurrent CPR certificationPreferred Qualifications
Bilingual in English and Spanish proficiencyAn active Certified Medical Assistant / CMA or Registered Medical Assistant / RMA certification from one of the following organizations :1) American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)2) Allied American Health (AAH)3) American Medical Technologists (AMT)4) American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)Foreign Medical and Nurses5) National Association of Health Professionals (NAHP)6) National Association of Healthcare Technicians (NAHT)7) National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)8) National Health Career Association (NHA)9) Medical Career Assessments (MedCA)1 or more years of Medical Assistant experience in 'back-office' direct patient careExperience with HEDIS and ICD / CPT codingHands-on professional Phlebotomy experienceExperience with Electronic Medical RecordsExperience in a fast paced / high volume environment.Working Hours : Monday to Friday 8AM-5PM