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Vanderbilt Health
Medical Assistant
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$38,280 / year median in Tennessee
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Medical Assistant Vanderbilt Health
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Full Job Description Discover Vanderbilt Health :
With eight hospitals and over 180 clinics, we are the region's largest comprehensive academic health system. Vanderbilt Health has a long tradition of providing world-class care to the people of the Mid-South, living out our mission of moving medicine forward through preeminent programs in patient care, education and research. Here you'll find a spirit of collaboration and a supportive community where your expertise is valued, your knowledge expanded and your uniqueness celebrated. We are committed to fostering an environment where talented, compassionate people are united in bringing the most advanced care to our neighbors throughout the region.Organization:
VIP Walgreens MAs•Region B Job Summary:
Upon graduation from a medical assistant program, assists provider in performing office examinations and procedures. Organizes and managers clinic patient flow. Gathers/documents patient screening data. Performs in-office diagnostic testing (e.g., Xray's, EKGs). Assists with patient and family education. Cleans rooms and instruments. Orders and distributes supplies. Schedule's appointments and testing, triages phone calls and emails, handles physician correspondence, and manages insurance referrals. The Medical Assistant's position requires a highly organized individual who can safely manage more than one task at a time, move swiftly throughout the varied responsibilities, and work and interact as part of a team. The Medical Assistant is under the direct supervision of the Provider/Office Manager. .KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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- 3. Patient/Family Education
- Distributes patient family education material as directed by clinical staff
- Facilitates identification of resources to meet patient healthcare needs
- 4. Continuous Learning
- Participates in staff meetings.
- Develops and achieves personal and professional goals.
- Contributes to the achievement of VIP goals.
- Participates in the quality improvement through data collection and documentation.
- 5. Communication and Collaboration
- Communicates and collaborates effectively with all members of the health care team.
- Coordinate's patient care as directed by the MD/provider
- Uses EHR effectively.
- Personal behavior positively influences environment.
- Receives feedback in a respectful and positive manner 6. Triages patient/family calls; responds to phone/email patient messages. Responds to patient questions/concerns/problems. Refers to immediate supervisor, clinic staff or provider 7. Regular and reliable attendance required
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TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
Our clinical and nursing support roles are at the center of all we do, helping us be the world leader in advancing personalized health. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce.Core Accountabilities:
Organizational Impact:
Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance.- Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems.
Breadth of Knowledge:
Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job.Team Interaction:
Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.Core Capabilities :
Supporting Colleagues :
Develops Self and Others:
Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunitiesBuilds and Maintains Relationships:
Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas
Communicates Effectively:
Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner.Delivering Excellent Services:
- Serves Others with
Compassion:
Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent serviceSolves Complex Problems:
Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner.
Offers Meaningful Advice and Support:
Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support.Ensuring High Quality:
Performs Excellent Work:
Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards.
Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements:
Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department.Managing Resources Effectively :
Demonstrates Accountability:
Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service.Stewards Organizational Resources:
Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources.
Makes Data Driven Decisions:
Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error.Fostering Innovation :
Generates New Ideas:
Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them.Applies Technology:
Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action.- Adapts to
Change:
Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.Position Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Relevant Work Experience Experience Level:
1 yearEducation:
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance