Medical Assistant - Spanish-speaking preferred
Job descriptionAs a client-facing professional, the Medical Assistant functions as the primary clinical support to providers and patients who are seen, served, and treated by the San Diego Cardiac Center (SDCC).
The Medical Assistant is responsible for a myriad of clinical duties and responsibilities as outlined below.
On occasion, the Medical Assistant may also be asked to perform non-clinical responsibilities to ensure continuity of operations throughout SDCC.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
The primary job functions required of our Medical Assistant includes the following, but not limited to:
Greets patients professionally; properly rooms patients for Provider's visit in a timely manner; scanning all documents provided Updates or populates the patient's chart with relevant medical data in the EHR system Obtain vitals, enter into EMR, and start office note, have available X-Rays, labs, CT's, MRI's, reports, and dictation for Providers Assist Providers with any procedures After visit, direct patients to checkout Manage the delegated clinical task folder; INR's; document into EHR system; call patients in a timely manner Primarily responsible for ETT's and Monitors, including all enrollment forms online Maintain list of monitors enrolled daily; as well as obtaining results in a timely manner Collect signed EKG's at batch at the end of each clinic day Field triage calls from patients regarding medication refills; facilitate medication requests; communicate with Providers regarding the patient's status; document in the EHR any pertinent patient communication; bring any relevant data to the Provider's attention that will assist in the decision-making process; close the loop with the patient and schedule any follow-up appointments as necessary Return voicemail messages in a timely manner Track medical supply inventory on a weekly basis and communicate when inventory is needing to be replenished Responsible for daily cleaning and maintenance of instruments and equipment; confirm patient rooms and work areas are clean/sterilized Be a team player:
Identify how you might assist fellow MA's or Front Office staff during daily operations to ensure a smooth flow of clinic hours, which may include providing support on occasion to our Chula Vista/Eastlake location Always represent SDCC and its staff and Providers in a professional, courteous, and respectful manager on or off property Perform other duties as assigned or requested CORE COMPETENCIES AND EXPECTATIONS:
A successful Medical Assistant will possess the necessary core competencies and meet the general expectations, such as:
Successful completion/graduation from a recognized Medical Assistant (back office preferred) educational training program or have acquired qualifying skills, as evaluated by SDCC, through medical/clinical work experience; cardiology experience is a plus Possess current CPR certification Effective communication skills to converse clearly over the telephone and in person Exceptional organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities while remaining professional and calm Attention to detail to maintain a high-volume level of accuracy; ability to work independently and perform functions with minimal supervision; be self-directed; flexible; and prioritize Technological skills, such as using word processing and spreadsheet programs to track data Interpersonal skills to interact positively with many diverse individuals Be punctual and maintain a positive attitude and a professional appearance Excellent customer service skills and working knowledge of general office duties Works well in an environment with firm deadlines; results oriented; ability to work independently and as part of a team Consistently demonstrate and promote the values of respect, honesty, and dignity for all patients and SDCC team members and be committed to the constant pursuit of excellence and teamwork WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Physical demands:
Coordination, manual, and physical dexterity sufficient to properly and adequately use various items of medical equipment and office equipment as required of the position or directed by the Clinical Manager.
The position may involve sitting, standing, bending, and stooping Incumbent must also be able to assist patients in transferring from a wheelchair to an exam room chair, when necessary Responsibilities may also require the incumbent to travel between SDCC offices for support purposes The incumbent must also be capable of lifting up to 25 pounds Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions Working Conditions:
Ability to function in a fast-paced/high-stress medical office environment, which may involve dealing with a high traffic volume of people and stressful situations requiring the ability to think clearly; respond quickly, and to be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneouslyJob Type:
Full-timeSalary:
$18.
00 - $20.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Medical specialties:
CardiologySchedule:
8-hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday COVID-19 considerations:
Due to close contact with patients, a mask is required at all times and additional PPE is provided when appropriate.
Company policy requires employees to be COVID vaccinated.
Experience:
EMR systems:
1 year (Preferred) Vital signs:
1 year (Preferred) License/Certification:
BLS Certification (Preferred) Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred) Work Location:
One location Recommended Skills Attention To Detail Audio Equipments Basic Life Support Cpr Cardiology Certified Medical Assistant Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The Medical Assistant is responsible for a myriad of clinical duties and responsibilities as outlined below.
On occasion, the Medical Assistant may also be asked to perform non-clinical responsibilities to ensure continuity of operations throughout SDCC.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
The primary job functions required of our Medical Assistant includes the following, but not limited to:
Greets patients professionally; properly rooms patients for Provider's visit in a timely manner; scanning all documents provided Updates or populates the patient's chart with relevant medical data in the EHR system Obtain vitals, enter into EMR, and start office note, have available X-Rays, labs, CT's, MRI's, reports, and dictation for Providers Assist Providers with any procedures After visit, direct patients to checkout Manage the delegated clinical task folder; INR's; document into EHR system; call patients in a timely manner Primarily responsible for ETT's and Monitors, including all enrollment forms online Maintain list of monitors enrolled daily; as well as obtaining results in a timely manner Collect signed EKG's at batch at the end of each clinic day Field triage calls from patients regarding medication refills; facilitate medication requests; communicate with Providers regarding the patient's status; document in the EHR any pertinent patient communication; bring any relevant data to the Provider's attention that will assist in the decision-making process; close the loop with the patient and schedule any follow-up appointments as necessary Return voicemail messages in a timely manner Track medical supply inventory on a weekly basis and communicate when inventory is needing to be replenished Responsible for daily cleaning and maintenance of instruments and equipment; confirm patient rooms and work areas are clean/sterilized Be a team player:
Identify how you might assist fellow MA's or Front Office staff during daily operations to ensure a smooth flow of clinic hours, which may include providing support on occasion to our Chula Vista/Eastlake location Always represent SDCC and its staff and Providers in a professional, courteous, and respectful manager on or off property Perform other duties as assigned or requested CORE COMPETENCIES AND EXPECTATIONS:
A successful Medical Assistant will possess the necessary core competencies and meet the general expectations, such as:
Successful completion/graduation from a recognized Medical Assistant (back office preferred) educational training program or have acquired qualifying skills, as evaluated by SDCC, through medical/clinical work experience; cardiology experience is a plus Possess current CPR certification Effective communication skills to converse clearly over the telephone and in person Exceptional organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities while remaining professional and calm Attention to detail to maintain a high-volume level of accuracy; ability to work independently and perform functions with minimal supervision; be self-directed; flexible; and prioritize Technological skills, such as using word processing and spreadsheet programs to track data Interpersonal skills to interact positively with many diverse individuals Be punctual and maintain a positive attitude and a professional appearance Excellent customer service skills and working knowledge of general office duties Works well in an environment with firm deadlines; results oriented; ability to work independently and as part of a team Consistently demonstrate and promote the values of respect, honesty, and dignity for all patients and SDCC team members and be committed to the constant pursuit of excellence and teamwork WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Physical demands:
Coordination, manual, and physical dexterity sufficient to properly and adequately use various items of medical equipment and office equipment as required of the position or directed by the Clinical Manager.
The position may involve sitting, standing, bending, and stooping Incumbent must also be able to assist patients in transferring from a wheelchair to an exam room chair, when necessary Responsibilities may also require the incumbent to travel between SDCC offices for support purposes The incumbent must also be capable of lifting up to 25 pounds Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions Working Conditions:
Ability to function in a fast-paced/high-stress medical office environment, which may involve dealing with a high traffic volume of people and stressful situations requiring the ability to think clearly; respond quickly, and to be able to perform multiple tasks simultaneouslyJob Type:
Full-timeSalary:
$18.
00 - $20.
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Medical specialties:
CardiologySchedule:
8-hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday COVID-19 considerations:
Due to close contact with patients, a mask is required at all times and additional PPE is provided when appropriate.
Company policy requires employees to be COVID vaccinated.
Experience:
EMR systems:
1 year (Preferred) Vital signs:
1 year (Preferred) License/Certification:
BLS Certification (Preferred) Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred) Work Location:
One location Recommended Skills Attention To Detail Audio Equipments Basic Life Support Cpr Cardiology Certified Medical Assistant Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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