Medical Assistant / LPN Details

Medical Assistant / LPN

Bright Health - Mansfield, TX

Employment Type : Full-Time

Our Mission is to Make Healthcare Right. Together. Built upon the belief that by connecting and aligning the best local resources in healthcare delivery with the financing of care, we can deliver a superior consumer experience, lower costs, and optimized clinical outcomes.

What drives our mission? The company values we live and breathe every day. We keep it simple: Be Brave. Be Brilliant. Be Accountable. Be Inclusive. Be Collaborative.

If you share our passion for changing healthcare so all people can live healthy, brighter lives – apply to join our team.

Centrum Health, a part of NeueHealth, which is a Bright Health Group company, is seeking a Medical Assistant / LPN. As a Medical Assistant / Licensed Practical Nurse, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the clinic. Our Medical Assistants support providers and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization, and communication accurately, with high quality and in a timely manner.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job description is intended to point out major responsibilities within the role, but it is not limited to these items.
• Interview patients and document basic medical history
• Organize and schedule appointments
• Update and file medical records and insurance reports
• Arrange hospital admissions and laboratory services
• Maintain documentation and updates of patients’ charts into electronic EMR
• Assist during medical examinations
• Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
• Handle receivable and payable accounts and keep financial records
• Prepare and clean treatment rooms and medical instruments
• Triage patients in a timely manner
• Explain treatment procedures to patients
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens
• Perform basic laboratory tests
• Instruct patients about medication and special diet instructions as guided by the provider
• Prepare and administer medications, including by intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by the provider.
• Transmitting prescription refills as directed
• Perform other tasks that may include Phlebotomy, taking electrocardiograms, or wound care and changing dressings

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Medical Assistant Certification, LPN, or Associates Degree in a related field such as Healthcare Management
• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinic or provider’s office environment
• Superior organizational skills to ensure that exceptional patient care is provided.
• Knowledge of procuring supplies or equipment needed at the clinic.
• Competency with computer-based healthcare administration systems, like Kareo and MediXcel EMR.
• Bilingual English/Spanish fluency is preferred
• Background check and drug screen required

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Exceptional interpersonal skills for liaising with patients, healthcare providers, and specialists, as well as the public.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Respect for patient’s confidentiality
• Compassionate and approachable
• Responsible and trustworthy

LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Medical Assistant Certification or LPN

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The majority of work responsibilities are performed in a medical clinic setting, carrying out detailed work sitting at a desk/table and working on the computer.

WORK LOCATION

• 1718 Highway 287 in Mansfield

We’re Making Healthcare Right. Together. We are realizing a completely different healthcare experience where payors, providers, doctors, and patients can all feel connected, aligned and unified on the same team. By eradicating the frictions of competing needs, we are making it possible to give everyone more of what they want and deserve. We do this by: Focusing on Consumers
We understand patient pain points, eliminating complexity while increasing transparency, for greater access and easier navigation. Building on Alignment
We integrate and align individual incentives at all levels, from financing to optimization to delivery of care. Powered by Technology We employ our purpose built, integrated data platform to connect clinical, financial, and social data, to deliver exceptional outcomes.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and employ a diverse employee group committed to meeting the needs of Bright Health, our consumers, and the communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.