What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Align ENT Allergy?
Description
This position is a full time, in person position.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care and administrative support in a fast-paced medical environment. This position requires a strong foundation in medical terminology, patient service, and clinical procedures, making it essential for candidates to have experience in various medical settings, including outpatient clinics, urgent care, and hospital medicine.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Candidates should possess the following skills and experience:
This position is a full time, in person position.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care and administrative support in a fast-paced medical environment. This position requires a strong foundation in medical terminology, patient service, and clinical procedures, making it essential for candidates to have experience in various medical settings, including outpatient clinics, urgent care, and hospital medicine.
Responsibilities
- Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures
- Perform intake assessments, including taking vital signs and documenting patient history
- Administer medications as directed by physicians and monitor patients for adverse reactions
- Maintain accurate electronic health records (EHR) and ensure compliance with medical coding standards (ICD coding)
- Provide exceptional patient service by addressing inquiries and concerns promptly
- Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing medical records, and coordinating referrals
Qualifications
Candidates should possess the following skills and experience:
- Knowledge of ENT/Allergy/Asthma is desired but not required]
- Prior work experience as a Medical Assistant
- Familiarity with basic life support (BLS) protocols and emergency response procedures
- Proficiency in EHR systems for effective patient documentation
- Understanding of anatomy and physiology to assist in patient assessments effectively
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Company paid short and long term disability and basic life insurance
- Additional voluntary insurance options including pet insurance!
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Eight paid holidays plus two floating holidays per year
- 401k with employer contribution