Job description

VACANCY POSTING

POSITION TITLE: Medical Assistant (MA) STATUS: Full-Time/Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Aylett Family Wellness SALARY: Negotiable

SUPERVISOR: Practice Manager

POSTING: October 3, 2022

CLOSING: October 31, 2022

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

General Summary

Aylett Family Wellness provides primary healthcare, is located in Aylett, Virginia and serves the King William community and the surrounding area. The clinic has an onsite pharmacy and an onsite lab for our patients. The goal of Aylett Family Wellness is to provide high quality compassionate healthcare and we are seeking individuals who share that goal.

Position

Medical Assistant (MA)

Seeking a skilled and experienced MA to provide outstanding patient care and physical support for patients on a daily basis. The MA will need to have a basic understanding of patient care and medical terminology. The MA will be responsible for obtaining patient records and test results, preparing treatment rooms for examinations, and assisting our practitioners during medical procedures. In addition to assisting medical staff, the MA responsibilities include scheduling, rescheduling, and canceling appointments, checking patients in, and verifying patient’s demographical information. They should be able to ensure that sufficient time is allocated to each appointment. They should be helpful and courteous when answering telephone calls and greeting patients.

Provide exceptional patient care.

Scheduling, rescheduling, and canceling patient appointments as required.

Answering patients’ questions regarding basic medical tests and procedures.

Providing instructions to patients to ensure that they are prepared for examinations and procedures.

Confirming patient appointments.

Courteously receiving incoming telephone calls and taking messages as needed.

Explaining financial requirements and obligations to patients and entering payments into the practice management system.

Scheduling referral appointments and follow-ups.

Verifying insurance details and informing patients of un-covered fees.

Obtain and record patient medical history, vitals, test results and other relevant information for medical records while maintaining strict confidentiality

Obtain a wide range of information from physicians about patient condition and treatment plans.

Prepare treatment rooms for clinical examinations and assist practitioners with medical procedures and other patient care.

Note observations of patient behavior, including complaints, or physical symptoms.

Deliver compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families.

Stay up to date on training and facility policies and procedures.

Ensure compliance with all health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Qualifications:

Certification from a medical assistant program (preferred).

Five years of experience in a medical setting (preferred).

Current CPR (American Heart Association).

Ability to think and work independently and with direction.

Ability to communicate with staff members in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

Maintain a basic understanding of patient care, medical terminology, coding procedures, reference tools, and appropriate clinical pharmacology for medical assistant practice scope.

High School graduate or equivalent.

Strong computer skills.

Other Requirements:

Applicants will be required to authorize a background check and submit to drug testing. Failure to do so will disqualify applicant for consideration for the position.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time.

How to Apply:

Candidates desiring to apply for this position must submit the following by the closing date to receive consideration:

• Cover letter explaining your qualifications and experience relevant to the functions of this position.

AND

• Personal resume identifying your qualifications and experience relevant to the functions of this position.

To apply for this position, interested candidates must submit their completed cover letter and resume on or before the closing date

NOTICE:

Qualified Native Americans will be given preference in employment as required by the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (25 U.S. 450, ET. Seq) including other relevant laws. In accordance with Title VII of the 1984 Civil Rights Act, Sections 701(b) and 703(1), preference in filling all vacancies may be given to qualified American Indian candidates. In other than the proceeding situations, the Tribe is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics
• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Clinic
• Office
• Outpatient

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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