Medical Assistant Position Available In Gaston, North Carolina

Medical Assistant Kintegra Health

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1 Gastonia, NC Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Spanish CPR Certification Medication administration CCMA Certification BLS Certification English High school diploma or GED LPN Care plans Certified Medical Assistant Entry level Full Job Description Overview We are looking for a Medical Assistant (Registered or Certified) to join our team. 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.

Benefits:

Monday through Friday Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 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;

Experience:

1 year of related work preferred or OJT for 2 years Certification(s)/

Licensure:

MA, RMA, CMA, or

CCMA, BLS/CPR

Language:

Spanish speaking is a 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 English in person, by phone, and in writing. Kintegra Health Core Requirements 1. Patient First

• An approach to care that holds primary, the well-being and desires of the patient 2. Build not Blame
• Focusing first on finding fault with the process rather than the person 3. Integrity and Honesty
• 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. C ooperation and Flexibility
• 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
• Always working toward increasing one’s ability to understand, communicate with, effectively interact and care for people across cultures, while having an acute awareness of one’s own culture.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity.