About this opportunity
Eisenhower Medical Center lists this Medical Assistant-Rheumatology (Probst) opportunity in rancho mirage, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Located in the heart of the Coachella Valley, you have access to resort-style living and world-class amenities throughout Southern California.
Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
Assists patients to exam/procedure rooms; obtains medical and social history, vital signs, height and weight, allergy information, medication reconciliation information and records data in electronic health record (EHR); records information accurately and timely in EHR.
Assists providers by ensuring that appropriate preparation, examination and diagnostic testing occur without error and without delay.
Processes patient referrals to other provider offices.
Prepares patient electronic medical record (EMR) charts timely and accurately.
Gathers reports, labs, studies or other data pertinent to upcoming patient appointments.
Places order for films, labs and other studies as appropriate, timely and accurately.
Collaborates with patient scheduling and schedules patients as needed.
Answers all patient questions and requests timely and appropriately.
Faxes and copies necessary information to insurance companies, other provider offices and facilities as necessary.
Responds to patient pharmacy requests in collaboration with providers.
Answers phones, retrieves voicemail messages and returns calls timely and appropriately.
Maximizes use of free time between patients by cleaning and stocking rooms, copying documents and filing; assists with medical and office supplies inventory and/or ordering.
Obtains provider or patient signatures on appropriate documents.
Accepts responsibilities only within scope of practice.
Maintains and practices professional boundaries with all patient interactions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Written and verbal communication skills
Ability to organize information or data to facilitate easy retrieval and use
Ability to create a welcoming environment for patients and visitors, demonstrating empathy and respect in all interactions
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations in a calm and professional manner
Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and unexpected situations
Ability to effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner
Critical thinking skills
Self-starter; driven to take action without needing prompting
Ability to communicate and interpret using medical terminology
Ability to operate general office equipment (i.e., computer, printer, scanner, telephone, etc.)
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and other relevant software applications
Eisenhower Health offers a generous benefits package and a matched retirement plan.
Employees are eligible to participate in a benefits program designed to make a difference for you and your family.
From the beginning, this organization formed a culture based on strong values, commitments and a passion for service and professional excellence.
What Our Nurses Say
One of my very favorite things about working at Eisenhower Health is the culture on inclusivity that we have and a strong base for evidence-based practice.
Lori
One of the greatest things about working as a nurse at Eisenhower Health is how much support you get from Administration. We keep on improving the process here. It's a fantastic place to work.
My favorite thing about working at Eisenhower Health is the camaraderie within my unit and with the different departments.
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Who can apply
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