Medical Assistant - Certified

Company: New Horizon Family Health Services
Location: Greenville
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionThe Medical Assistant (MA) provides routine care for patients who present to New Horizon Family Health Services. The Medical Assistant aids the Nursing Personnel and Providers as necessary.DUTIES PERFORMED

• All MA staff MUST wear the designated uniform in colors authorized by the organization.
• Helps support the achievement of provider productivity goals.
• Is responsible for daily patient phone messages.
• Cares for patients in accordance with instructions given by MD/Charge Nurse/Clinical Coordinator.
• Obtains patient's vital signs, works up patients according to EHR processes.
• Administers treatment as directed by the practitioner.
• Gives injections under the supervision and orders of a Medical Doctor.
  • Performs duties per completion of MA / Lab Orientation Checklists.
  • Understands the purpose of and has a working knowledge of Patient Centered Medical Home concepts.
  • Works with Tracking and Task Management team members to track outcomes for referrals, hospitalizations, pap smears, vouchers and other required information supporting Patient Centered Medical Home guidelines.
  • Participates in in-service training opportunities as required.
    • Provides comfort and support to patients awaiting medical treatment / those having received medical attention.
    • Assists in the maintenance of clean and safe examining rooms.
      • Participates in CQI, other internal committees, special projects/observances or activities that promote improvements in organizational performance and/or advance the mission, goals and objectives of New Horizon Family Health Services.
      • Must hold all patient Protected Health Information (PHI) other patient personal information and agency information in confidence, in accordance with the attached Employee Confidentiality Statement, which I have read, understand and signed.
      • Actively participates in and complies with all aspects of the NHFHS Corporate compliance Program, follow the Program Code of Conduct and obey all relevant laws, statutes, regulations and requirements applicable to Medicaid, Medicare and other State and Federal health care programs. All NHFHS Company employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
        
        Education: Completion of an Associates Degree Medical Assistant Program with proof of Certification / RegistrationPreferred:One year or more experience in office based patient care settingRequired:- Must have a working knowledge of computer programs and professional construction of emails- Must demonstrate• legible handwriting• excellent spelling• speaking clearly and grammatically correct• the ability to accept responsibility as indicated• being a motivated and enthusiastic learner• a courteous and tactful manner• the ability to work under stress and work well with others• following NHFHS policies and procedures regarding personal visits, cell phone usage and clocking-in on time according to your assigned shift
        
        Benefits:New Horizon Family Health Services offers a robust and comprehensive benefit package to full time employees. These choices/options include:Medical, Dental and Vision benefitsSuite of Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term Disability and Long Term DisabilityFlexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts403 (b) Retirement PlanVacation and Sick LeavePaid Holidays

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