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Certified Medical AssistantEncompass Medical Group is a primary care provider group and is dedicated to only the highest standards of healthcare excellence as exemplified in all five of our offices located throughout the Kansas City metro area.Encompass Medical Group is currently recruiting for a float Certified Medical Assistant within our Independence clinic. This is a full time position. Join our team and share your skills and talents with a leading provider of healthcare services.***Encompass Medical Group is offering a $500.00 sign-on bonus to ALL new hires who reach the completion of their probationary period AND a $500.00 completion bonus after one full year of service!!!***Position Summary:The Medical Assistant is a vital part of our organization. This position will be responsible for organizing and prioritizing daily workflow in order to maintain efficient patient flow throughout the office. The MA must be able to interact with physicians, receptionists, and ancillary services in a courteous and professional manner.Position Accountabilities:Maintain active medical assistant certification required from one of the following nationally-recognized organizations: NHA, NAHP, AAMA, AMT, NCPE, ARMA, NPS, NCCTPrepare and instruct patients for exams, perform procedures that include but are not limited to electrocardiograms, blood pressures, throat cultures, immunizations, dressing changes, suture removal, holter analysis, spirometry and other CLIA waived laboratory testsMaintain appropriate documentation of procedures in the electronic medical record; record reason for visit and other pertinent medical history while maintaining confidentialityAssist with the coordination of care with outside consultants for additional patient careAssure coding for all services providedFacilitate completion of prior authorizations and/or referrals to coordinate care with outside consultants for additional patient care or pharmacy requestAssist healthcare providers with exams and procedures, anticipating equipment and instruments required and necessaryMaintain cleanliness and organization of work area; keep exam rooms neat; change table paper and remove soiled linen after each examinationOrder supplies and medications/vaccines when neededMay screen and return phone calls for providers under their direction and supervisionObtain and maintain Basic Cardiac Life Support certificationProvide back up to other Medical Assistants in the areas of Adult Medicine, Family Practice, Pediatrics and Receptionist as neededAssist with service area procedures when necessaryWorking knowledge of Indexing Client and GE CentricityPerforms other duties as assignedMust be a great team player and work well in a team environmentJob Specifications:Minimum EducationHigh School DiplomaComplete a certifiable Medical Assistant course or other approved trainingMaintenance of an active Medical Assistant certification required from a nationally recognized organizationSkills – AdministrativeRequires multi-tasking and organizational skillsPhone and customer service skillsWorking Conditions/Physical Demands:Maintain OSHA regulationsMaintain dress code as specified by Office ManagerAssist in patient movement as neededMoving small equipmentMay be required to travel to other officesLifting and moving medical suppliesKeep facility free of potential hazardous conditions to protect patients or co-workers from slip, fall, or other harmful outcomesHandling bio-hazard substance(s)Encompass Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, military service, or any other protected category. We initiate and promote equal employment opportunities.We offer a very competitive salary, PTO, and generous benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D policies, long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan. Our cooperative, team-oriented environment is another advantage of working at Encompass Medical Group. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required. Compensation commensurate with education, professional experience, and required credentials.
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independence, MO, 64050, US
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