Medical Assistant Regional Traveling Float
Employment Type : Full-Time
Job Summary:
- As a member of the care team, works to provide patient-centered care delivery.
- Provides initial preparation of patients prior to the provider’s encounter; assists providers in patient care activities, as directed; updates/documents records; relieves/assists Medical Office Assistant or Patient Service Representative as needed; orders and restocks exam rooms and office supplies as needed.
General Responsibilities
- Upholds the organizations' Mission, Values and Goals by adhering to the TidalHealth Standards of Performance.
- Participates in team-based patient-centered care delivery.
- Prepares exam rooms; assures rooms are clean, neat, and stocked.
- Preparation of patient, chief complaint, vital signs, weight, temperature, medications, past medical history.
- Assists the provider during physical exams and procedures.
- Schedules tests and referrals.
- Performs various tasks and procedures as assigned and as qualified by training or instruction.
- Inventories and orders medical/office supplies as required.
- Ensures compliance with all tracer audits, including Joint Commission, and participates in monitoring and auditing projects as assigned.
- Provides patient teaching, conveys instructions, and responds to inquiries.
- Successfully handles communications to achieve desired outcomes.
- Answers telephone and takes necessary action.
- Schedules services, verifies eligibility, and obtains authorizations and pre-certifications.
- Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of key responsibilities. Is technically adept at all facets of his/her work. Keeps abreast of trends and changes to improve quality and safety in the care of the patient.
- Interacts with all in a courteous and respectful manner, inspiring confidence by performing and communicating in a professional and ethical manner.
- Actively participates in specific projects, committees, and staff meetings as assigned.
- Fills in for MOA or PSR as necessary.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
work experience requirements
- Previous physician office experience preferred.
- Experience with electronic health record preferred.
- Reliable transportation. You will be expected to travel within the Health System's Primary Care and Specialty Practices network as needed to support the office's daily function.
education requirements
- High School graduate or equivalent required.
- Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant program preferred.
- Medical Assistant certification preferred.
Location: TidalHealth · Medical Partners Support Services
Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm