Clinical Medical Assistant (Registered or Certified)

Overview We are looking for a Medical Assistant (Registered or Certified) to join our family. Under the direct supervision of the Practice Manager / Area Practice Administrator, this position’s clinical duties vary according to state law and include taking medical histories and recording vital signs, explaining treatment procedures to patients, preparing patients for examination, and assisting the provider during the examination. They may receive direction from an MD, mid-level provider, RN, LPN, and or the assigned supervisor. Administrative duties may include, but are not limited to answering telephones, greeting patients, updating and filing patient medical records, scheduling appointments, handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping. Clinical duties may include, but are not limited to taking medical histories, explaining treatment procedures to patients, preparing patients for examination, instructing patients about medication and special diets, preparing and administering medications, drawing blood, and more. Regular work hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Flexible hours 2-3 times a month on Wednesdays. **This position is located in Gastonia, NC** Benefits: Monday through Friday Health Insurance Dental Benefits 403B Retirement Plan 403B Retirement Matching Paid Time Off Holiday Pay Long Term Disability Life Insurance Optional Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts Medical Assistant (Registered or Certified) qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or GED. Certification(s)/Licensure: RMA, CMA, or CCMA required, BLS/CPR Experience: 1 year of related work preferred or OJT for 2 years Language: Spanish speaking is plus Medical Assistant (Registered or Certified) Key Responsibilities: 1. Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned and within the MA scope of practice. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to vital signs, procedures, patient education and 2. Assist the patient in navigating care through the encounter process to minimize ambiguity 3. Accurately document all aspects of patient encounters required for job functions 4. Tracks and documents closed-loop communication with patients, including but not limited to labs, return calls, refills, and more. 5. Communicate with external and internal parties as needed to facilitate continuity of care. 6. Fulfills supportive assignments on time and unprompted. Assignments may include but are not limited to performing controls, instrument maintenance, infection control, ordering, sorting, storing supplies, and restocking. 7. Patient teaching and care plan support 8. Guard patient privacy and comply with HIPAA regulations at all times 9. Actively participates in QI activities. 10. Participate in staff meetings as required 11. Complete annual competencies within the required period 12. Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in person, by phone and in writing. 13. Perform other duties as assigned Kintegra Health Core Requirements 1. Patient First xe2x80x93 An approach to care that holds primary, the well-being and desires of the patient 2. Build not Blame xe2x80x93 Focusing first on finding fault with the process rather than the person 3. Integrity and Honesty xe2x80x93 Fostering an acceptance of openness, honesty, and fairness in words, deeds and the use of organizational resources judiciously for both internal and external customers. 4. Cooperation and Flexibility xe2x80x93 Related to an internal believe that we function as part of an interdependent team with only shared gains or losses thereby committed to assisting whenever possible beyond the prerequisite job description 5. Culturally Sensitive xe2x80x93 Always working toward increasing onexe2x80x99s ability to understand, communicate with, effectively interact and care for people across cultures, while having an acute awareness of onexe2x80x99s own culture. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.