What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL ASSISTANT-PER DIEM position at Covenant Health?
JOB SUMMARY
The Medical Assistant functions as a critical member of the medical office team, working towards the goals of the practice and meeting patient needs. They are responsible for coordinating patient flow, obtaining temperature, pulse blood pressure, and weight, and administering care to patients as directed by physicians. The MA will develop and maintain interpersonal relationships with patients and families, keeping patient information confidential and respecting patient's right to privacy
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Associate Degree with Active MA Certification or Certified MA with 2 years experience preferred
- Newly graduated MA’s have 6 months to get their MA certification
- BCLS required
Experience
- 2 years prior experience preferred
- Medical terminology required
Other Skills Required
- Working knowledge of office practice and procedures
- Excellent guest relations and interpersonal skills required
- Good command of the English language
- Effective use of telephone skills
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
- Compassion
We show respect, caring, and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable, and suffering.
- Integrity
We promote justice and ethical behavior and responsibly steward our human, financial, and environmental resources.
- Collaboration
We work in partnership, dialogue, and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
- Excellence
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees, and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
