Medical Assistant (Clinical Partner)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports mission, vision and core values which include but not limited to delivering compassionate support, attention and assistance to patients, families and members of the team
• Support Patient Care through Clinical Partnership with Nurse Practitioners, Physicians, and Care Management Teams
• Coordinates daily travel itinerary and transports clinicians to scheduled appointments
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment; May at times include preparing patients for minor procedures
• Secures patient consent forms, records patient care documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Coordinates patient care as directed by Clinicians, company standards and policies
• Respects patient confidentiality at all times and treats patients with courtesy and respect
• Performs phlebotomy (venipuncture only), EKG or any other procedure as requested by Clinician
• Labels, stores and properly packages specimens for lab delivery
• Assists In identifying and closure of quality gaps
• Documentation and updating of patient care plans, as well as SDoH (Social Determinants of Health) and other assessments within the patient chart or electronic medical record
• Required to maintain compliance with CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments), OSHA, and HIPPAA guidelines
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatment (supply inventory, medical bag and car) (where applicable)
• Ensure company vehicle is clean and proper periodic maintenance schedule is followed (where applicable)
• Attends required meetings and in-services

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Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• High School graduate or GED equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, EMT, related medical education/training program or 1 year of experience serving as a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist
• Current CPR certification that meets Company guidelines
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Basic computer literacy, including EMR, iPad, and GPS experience
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Certified Medical Assistant
• Six months of experience in patient care, preferably geriatric care
• Strong Phlebotomy skills
• Desire and ability to obtain MA certification with 180 days of hire

Conditions of this role to be aware of. . .