Enhance your clinical skills in a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with experienced professionals to deliver patient-centered care. Gain valuable experience in administrative and clinical healthcare operations.
Medical Assistant
in Healthcare + Life Sciences ContractJob Detail
Job Description
Overview
- Provide essential support to healthcare professionals in delivering patient care and administrative tasks.
- Assist in clinical services and administrative duties to ensure efficient operations.
- Work under supervision to perform tasks aligned with best practices in patient care.
- Engage with patients and guests to ensure a welcoming and professional environment.
- Support population health initiatives through proactive patient outreach and care coordination.
- Utilize electronic systems for patient registration, scheduling, and data management.
- Perform direct patient care functions, including vital signs, phlebotomy, and diagnostic preparations.
- Adhere to confidentiality standards and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
- Greet patients and guests warmly, ensuring a positive experience.
- Monitor patient flow and address registration and scheduling concerns proactively.
- Assist in resolving patient service issues and provide necessary information.
- Perform patient care tasks such as vital signs, specimen collection, and diagnostic preparations.
- Coordinate referrals and follow-up appointments with external specialists.
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records and ensure data integrity.
- Support campaigns and initiatives aimed at improving patient health outcomes.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver age-specific patient care.
Job Requirements
- High School diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
- Completion of accredited Medical Assistant Program or eligibility for certification exam.
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a medical assistant in ambulatory care.
- Proficiency in using electronic medical records and navigating digital systems.
- Ability to perform direct patient care tasks and administrative duties effectively.
- Strong communication skills and customer service excellence.
- Flexibility to adapt to varying schedules and assignments.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and professional decorum.
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