Lead Medical Assistant Position Available In Forsyth, Georgia

Lead Medical Assistant 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 260 Elm Street, Cumming, GA 30040 Clinical Care Coordinator/ Lead Medical Assistant Georgia Highlands Medical Services, Inc., Cumming, GA What do we offer? Health, Dental, Vision 11 Paid Holidays annually

STD/LTD PTO

accrual equal to 144hrs annually Friday half-days Life/ADD Tax Deferred Annuity with Corporate match up to 5% healthcare negotiable Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Lead Medical Assistant/Clinical Care Coordinator (CCC) provides hands- on coordination of clinical care activities and as the clinical lead, provides the knowledge and expertise necessary to provide effective clinical support for clinical providers, medical assistants, translator and other support team members. In addition, he or she serves as the clinical lead for care coordination and care management services for patients. Core responsibilities include personalized disease management services; coordinating continuity of patient care with external healthcare organizations and facilities; patient education and health behavior coaching; patient follow-up and tracking; assisting with quality improvement audits, drill downs and tests for improvement; administering immunizations and other medications; providing additional clinical support for high-risk patients; and assisting with direct patient care when needed. Bilingual English/Spanish required.

SPECIFIC TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Clinical Care Coordinator actively participates in the continuous quality improvement of GHMS’ delivery of services and the continuous innovative redesign of those services. Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives for clinical support staff members at GHMS, including the use of the Plan, Do, Study, Act cycle, the Care Model and other QI methodologies. Coordinates continuity of patient care with patients and families following hospital admission, discharge, and ER visits. Evaluates clinical care, utilization of resources, and development of new clinical tools, forms, and procedures. Has working knowledge of clinic equipment and procedures, i.e. Blood Pressure machine, EKG machine, Audiometer, A1C machine, Spirometry, Nebulizers, Accucheck, Strep and Flu tests, etc. Prepares and administers immunizations and medications as directed by the provider according to the licensure of the physician and the State of Georgia. Assists in maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment. The CCC may provide direct patient care as Medical Assistant when needed. Performs general office duties, such as answering phone calls from patients, completing required documentation for patient care, or other office tasks as requested by provider(s) or supervisor(s). Works with front office staff and scheduling staff to ensure acutely ill patients are seen as needed. The CCC performs other duties as assigned by the physicians, mid-levels or supervisor(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, LPN, or graduate of technical school in Medical Assisting or comparable experience in a medical office setting. 2-5 years’ experience in a clinical setting. Experience with electronic medical records. Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and EMR (eClinical Works a plus). Self-disciplined, energetic, passionate, innovative. A team player that can follow a system and protocol to achieve a common goal. Highly organized and well-developed oral and written communication skills. Demonstrates sound judgment, decision-making and problem-solving skills. Able to maintain confidentiality with all aspects of information in accordance with practice, State and Federal regulations. • Bilingual in English/Spanish required• How to Apply Interested applicants may submit a current Curriculum Vita or Resume through this webpage. Applications accepted until the position is filled. The organization is a Drug-Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Job Type:

Full-time COVID precautions: All employees must be fully vaccinated against

COVID-19

Who is Georgia Highlands Medical Services? Community health center committed to offering high quality medical and behavioral health care to everyone in our service area – regardless of income level, insurance status or language spoken since 1979. Services we offer include counseling, psychiatry, family medicine, pediatrics, geriatrics, chiropractic, OB/GYN, and pharmacy services. 5 locations in North Georgia, including Cumming, Canton, Cartersville, and Dawsonville. Recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) as a Patient-Centered Medical Home. Our mission is to serve all people with compassion, dignity and integrity while providing excellent, affordable, and integrated health care. Visit our home page for more information at www.ghms-inc.org.

Job Type:

Full-time Salary:

$17.50 – $18.50 per year

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift 12 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Ability to

Commute:

Cumming, GA 30040 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Cumming, GA 30040: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person