Medical Assistant

Who are we?

As an innovative primary care provider, Avance Care is in the business of improving the standard of healthcare. By offering convenient, accessible, cost-effective healthcare services, we keep our patients at the center!

Why us?

• Enjoy the perks of a family-like practice with the support of a large healthcare management company.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package available on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Our company-wide growth means consistent opportunities for advancement.

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of patient information per HIPAA laws
• Escort patients to and from exam/treatment rooms
• Triage patients as necessary
• Administer vaccines and injections
• Able to take manual blood pressure
• Record patient data prior to the physician’s visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes
• Obtain necessary patient records and verify consent prior to treatment or procedures
• Assist physicians with exams and a wide variety of procedures, including but not limited to injections, dermatologic procedures, pelvic exams, EKGs, eye exams, managing dressings, POC lab tests, and performing x-rays (training provided)
• Administer medications orally, vaginally, rectally, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, and intradermally
• Prepare and stock exam/treatment rooms and order supplies as needed
• Maintain proper disinfection protocols
• Schedule patient tests, procedures, and follow-up appointments
• Complete prior authorizations for medications and diagnostic imaging
• Complete all forms used by the provider, including but not limited to, growth charts, MPE, pap forms, cytology-pathology forms, etc.
• Phone in prescriptions and distribute proper medications as ordered by the provider
• Other duties as necessary

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Medical terminology experience, required
• Associates degree in Medical Assisting, preferred
• One of the following or similar qualification is preferred: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Graduate of Medical Assisting Program (MA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• 1-2 years of experience, preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, required
• Must pass Avance Care Competency Check (Medical Knowledge Assessment and Vaccination Knowledge Assessment)

What are we looking for?

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong computer skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Team player
• Efficient time management and workload prioritization
• Strong multitasking skills
• Medication knowledge
• Vaccination knowledge

Schedule

• 12-hour rotating shifts with alternating weekends
• Monday - Friday 7am - 7pm; Saturday - Sunday 9am - 3pm