About this opportunity
The Urgent Care lists this Medical Assistant opportunity in new orleans, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Medical Assistant PositionLooking for a highly motivated and positive Medical Assistant to add to our team. Must have a professional, friendly, and enthusiastic phone presence and the ability to interact with patients with a positive caring impact. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to checking patients in, validating insurance, managing the waiting room, answering phone calls, making appointments, triaging patients, and making sure our patients have a 5-star experience. Ability to provide patients with outstanding patient care by applying best practices and quality service to aid in the health and well-being of our patients, while also standing by the mission and values of The Urgent Care. Candidate must be able to get along well with others and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.Medical Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:Greet patients and verify patient contact and insurance dataAssist in front office duties as neededAnswer phone calls, schedule check-in times, answer patient questions and take notes for providersStocking and restocking suppliesTriage patientsPerform labs ordered by providersAdminister injections and vaccinations ordered by providersAssist in procedures and exams when necessarySupport the patient and provider throughout the patient visitMedical Assistant Qualifications/Skills:Clinical skills, creating a safe, effective environment, procedural skills, inventory control, EKG, blood draw, administering injections, multi-tasking, flexibility, performing vitals assessment and taking blood pressure, knowledge of universal precautions.Knowledge of the principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.Ability to learn computer software programs; enter and maintain accurate data and statistical information in order to consistently prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials. Critical thinking skills are a must.Maintain and perform infection controlPleasant interpersonal demeanor and ability to work with all levels of associates and leadership.Strong commitment to customer service and excellence in healthcare.Medical Assistant Requirements:Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) Certification or a minimum of 5 years of Medical Assistant experienceMinimum 5 years of customer service experiencePhlebotomy experienceExperience with EMRs (Electronic Medical Records) and medical terminologyPass periodic testing triaging patients (ex. taking blood pressure)Maintain required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training, and credentials through personal and professional developmentBLS certified within 90 days of employmentBilingual in Spanish and English a PLUS*Open and flexible availability (with a minimum of 20-30 hours per week)Ability to commute between two of our five clinics (*if necessary. Locations are in Gretna, Harvey, Mid-City, Uptown, LaPlace)Benefits:Health Insurance (BCBS)Dental Insurance (BCBS)Vision Insurance (BCBS)Retirement 401kLife InsuranceShort/Long term disabilityMedical stipend at clinic (includes family after 90 days)Holiday PayJob Types: Full-time, Part-time
Worksite address
new orleans, LA, 70112, US
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