Lead Medical Assistant for Carondelet Float

*Sign on bonus for new hires!* *Summary*: A non-exempt medical office position responsible for providing direct nursing care in a medical office setting under the direction of a physician, assists medical providers, and maintains a clean and safe environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the practice.
Position will also assist in ensuring optimal efficiency in clinical process.
*Essential Job Responsibilities:* Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
Monitors patient flow and adjust assignments as necessary to maintain optimum efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Responsible for phone triage.
Monitor inventory of clinical supplies and maintain vaccine logs.
Train all new employees on front and back office processes and systems.
Implement and train clinic employees on new processes and procedures.
Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs, blood pressure, patient history, medication listing, assessing visual acuity and determining chief complaint.
Assesses patients’ physical and mental status.
Completes all necessary documentation in the patient’s medical record in accordance with practice’s charting policy.
Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams and medical procedures Administers prescribed oral medications and gives intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
Performs venipunctures, CLIA-Waived lab testing.
Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and visitors.
  This includes cleaning, sterilizing, and storing instruments in accordance with practice policies.
Stocks rooms in preparation for the daily work schedule.
Takes inventory of medical and exam room supplies.
Identifies and reports to clinical supervisor on any equipment in need of repair.
Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances.
Monitors and reports to Practice Manager any HIPAA violations and/or patient complaints.
Arranges for specialized consultations and appointments for testing as ordered by the physicians.
Calls appropriate insurance personnel to pre-certify surgeries or tests ordered by the physician or other health care provider, which require pre-certification by the insurance company.
Answering office phones, assisting front desk in scheduling appointments and directing calls appropriately.
Assists in checking out patients and assists them with referral processing and scheduling process Other responsibilities as needed Assist in other functions of the physician practice as needed *Education*: High school diploma/GED required with completion of Medical Assisting Program or 2 years of relevant work experience in lieu of completion of an accredited Medical Assisting program.
*Certification*: CPR certification *Experience*: Must have a minimum of five years of clinical experience working in a physician officeResponsibilities: - Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures - Administer medications and injections as directed by healthcare providers - Perform basic laboratory tests and collect specimens for testing - Take and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, and pulse - Provide medical administrative support, such as scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, and managing billing and coding - Prepare treatment rooms for patient visits and ensure cleanliness and organization - Educate patients on medication instructions, procedures, and follow-up care - Provide basic life support in emergency situations - Maintain inventory of medical supplies and equipment Skills: - Proficient in medication administration and dosage calculations - Strong knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology - Experience providing medical administrative support, including scheduling appointments and managing patient records - Ability to accurately measure and record vital signs - Excellent patient care skills, including the ability to provide comfort and reassurance to patients - Familiarity with coding systems for medical procedures and diagnoses - Basic life support certification preferred - Knowledge of inhalation therapy techniques is a plus - Strong customer service skills with a focus on patient satisfaction This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Medical Assistant to join our team.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages.
If you are passionate about providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced medical environment, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.
00 - $21.
00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Work setting: * Clinic * In-person Work Location: In person