What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant | Primary Care | Full-Time position at Tamarack Health?
Medical Assistants function as an integral part of the healthcare team, multi-skilled professional assistance and a valuable asset to the delivery of patient care. Scope of practice includes performance of routine administrative, clerical and clinical tasks under the supervision of an RN, advanced practice nurse or other independently licensed provider.
$5,000 Retention Incentive for 2 Year Commitment to be paid in installments after 6, 12, 18, and 24 months of employment.
Job Duties:
- Rooms patients, obtain vitals, patient history and reason for seeking care and reports to physician.
- Follows prescription refill procedures.
- Records patient charges and lab charges for the billing department.
- Assists the provider with patient education pertaining to their ongoing health care.
- Maintains necessary supplies and materials and ensures cleanliness of exam rooms.
- Obtains and verifies necessary insurance information from patient.
- Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination and testing of patients.
- Receives prior authorizations with insurance companies for appropriate testing.
- Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations per protocols.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Completion of Medical Assistant program
- Current Medical Assistant Certification
- BLS Required prior to providing patient care
Benefits and Salary:
Commensurate with position and experience. Comprehensive benefits package to include: medical, HRA/HSA/FSA, dental, 403(b) with employer match of 5%, life insurance, vacation, sick time, EAP, wellness benefits, etc.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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