What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at IPSS?
Interventional Pain & Spine Specialists is currently looking for a Medical Assistant to support our team in Chester VA. This role will ensure that quality services are provided consistently to meet the needs of our patients, providers and organization as a whole.
While working under medical Physicians the Medical Assistant will be required to:
- Greet patients in waiting area, exam room, and/or procedure room, as appropriate.
- Prepare patients for care, ensuring comfort and safety at all times.
- Anticipate and support the needs and preferences of the Provider(s) and patients by managing daily patient flow and acting as a constant liaison between the Provider(s) and patients.
- Monitor clinical messages by effectively communicating information to the Provider(s) and relaying associated responses back to patients.
- Organize, clean, and prepare exam, procedure, and recovery rooms before and after each patient.
- Take and record patients’ vitals, nothing any changes or areas of concern.
- Complete documentation for patient charts through Athena
- Provide patients with any needed discharge/follow-up instructions and educational brochures.
- Assist with follow-up programs when assigned by performing pre/post procedure patient calls.
- Follow safety and infection control procedures at all times by maintaining individual protective protocols to X-ray exposure (aprons, shields, badges, etc.); maintaining disposable sterile equipment, supplies, and accessories following standards outlined in the Policy & Procedures Manual; properly disposing of contaminated waste following Universal Precautions and OSHA regulations; and maintaining knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques..
- Maintain all procedure room supplies and inventory including inspecting current stock, anticipating needs, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt of shipments.
- Understand, comply with, and enforce all NSPC policies, procedures, codes of conduct, and OSHA and HIPAA privacy rules.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
We require the following:
- A high school degree or equivalent education and training.
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program OR completion of EMT-B training courses or above, required. CMA and/or RMA certifications are strongly preferred.
- Minimum of two (2) years of clinical Medical Assistant experience, preferably in a pain focused practice, required.
- Excellent patient care skills and awareness of the legal implications of work and words in healthcare.
- Knowledge of and experience with EMR and/or Electronic Practice Management systems and technologies.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, specifically Word and Excel.
- The capacity to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment, while demonstrating resourcefulness and proactivity.
- Excellent organizational/multi-tasking skills with acute attention to detail.
- Ability to provide outstanding customer service at all times by communicating effectively and professionally with a diverse population.
- Authorization to work in the United States without requiring authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future.
- A satisfactory background check inclusive of driving records, criminal records, employment references, education, social security and OIG exclusions.
IPSS offers a wide variety of benefits, including comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance options, life and other ancillary insurance plans, 401(k), holidays, and paid time off (PTO).
If you would like to join our team, please apply with your resume to the email provided. '
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Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
COVID-19 considerations:
All staff and patients required to wear mask. Temp checks performed at door.
Work Location:
- One location
Work Remotely:
- No
Work Location: One location