Medical Assistant - Front​/Back Swing, General and Colorectal; Larkspur

Medical Assistant - Front/Back Swing, General and Colorectal (Larkspur), Full Time, Days page is loaded## Medical Assistant - Front/Back Swing, General and Colorectal (Larkspur), Full Time, Days locations:
Larkspur, CAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
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** ABOUT MARINHEALTH
** Marin Health is already realizing the benefits of impressive growth and has consistently earned high praise and accolades, including being Named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Health grades, receiving a 5-star Ranking for Overall Hospital Quality from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent, among others.
** Company:
** Prima Medical Foundation dba Marin Health Medical Network
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* Work Shift:

** 8 Hour (days) (United States of America)
** Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

** 40
* * Job Description

Summary:

** The Medical Assistant - Front/Back Swing, under the supervision of the Clinical Lead and Practice Leader, is responsible for assisting in the delivery of healthcare and patient care management. This role assists the providers within scope of practice to provide quality patient care. This includes gathering patient information, assessing patient requests, obtaining and monitoring patient vitals, assisting with procedures and re-processing instruments.
** Job Requirements, Prerequisites and

Essential Functions:

** Pay Range:  $28.00 - $31.21 - $36.41
** Medical Assistant

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :*
* ** Direct Patient care:
*** Rooming patients, including obtaining vital signs, obtaining reason for visit, and documenting symptoms their frequency, and severity.
* Provide courteous and compassionate care.
* Documents all required information in electronic medical record. This includes meaningful Use data, Pay for Performance data, and ACO related information. (Allscripts Experience preferred)
* Provide injections, immunizations and other patient care services as ordered by the medical provider.
* Provide assistance during medical procedures.
* Communication and correspondence including lab results, prescription management, and referrals:
* Use electronic medical records and work off “task lists” to complete patient visits or requests.
* Recognize urgent medical needs and triage care appropriately.
* Provides patients with accurate information when answering questions and concerns.
* Maintains patient records and protects patient confidentiality.
* Complete referrals accurately and appropriately.
* Maintain patient areas and supplies:
* Disinfects exam rooms between patients and all patient areas at end of the day.
* Assist with clinic upkeep, including daily cleaning and supply ordering/inventory.
** Admin Support

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :
**** Direct Patient Care:
*** Answer telephones in a cheerful manner.
* Schedule appointments.
* Take messages for patients using electronic medical records.
* Greet and check in patients.
* Address patient requests and inquires.
* Resolve patient concerns.
* Process insurance issues (i.e., verifications and authorizations) and assist patients in understanding insurance plans.
* Return calls as necessary
* Various assigned administrative processes
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* Qualifications:

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* Education:

*** High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate required.
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* Licenses/Certifications:

*** A Medical Assistant certification from an accredited program such as NHA and AMCA is required.
* BLS Certification (American Heart Association) required.
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* Experience:

*** At least one year of related medical assisting experience in a physician’s office or other clinical setting, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
* Re-processing/ procedural experience is highly preferred.
** Accommodation:
** Qualified applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application process by contacting Human Resources at  or Talent Acquisition.
** C.A.R.E.S. Standards:
** Marin Health seeks candidates ready to model our C.A.R.E.S. standards—Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety—which foster a healing, trust-based environment for…