What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - Eye Care position at Murphy Watson Burr Eye Center?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our Murphy Watson Burr healthcare team! The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care in various medical locations, mostly in St. Joseph and Cameron, eventually including our other surrounding community travel locations. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively with teammates in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepare and maintain examination rooms, ensuring they are clean and well-stocked.
- Record patient medical histories quickly and accurately.
- Assist with in-clinic minor procedures.
- Perform special diagnostic testing ordered by the doctors.
- Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Provide exceptional patient service, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Collaborate with medical staff to ensure efficient clinic operations.
- Required travel during and after training, up to 20% of the time, for both St Joseph and Cameron locations, using a vehicle provided by the practice.
Skills
The successful candidate will possess the following skills:
- Proficient understanding of medical terminology relevant to Ophthalmology is helpful, but not required.
- Efficient typing skills, around 50 wpm minimum.
- Ability to provide excellent patient service while maintaining professionalism under pressure.
- Great customer service skills; being friendly, outgoing, and having good listening and communication skills.
Join our team and contribute to making a positive impact on patients' lives through your skills and dedication as a Medical Assistant with Murphy Watson Burr Eye Center!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Medical Specialty:
- Medical-Surgical
- Ophthalmology
Ability to Commute:
- Saint Joseph, MO 64506 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21