Medical Assistant, Physician Services

Russellville, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Saint Marys Regional Health System - 1808 W Main St Russellville AR 72801

Medical Assistant

*Required Licenses:LPN or Registered MA (RMA or CMA) required

Full Time Days

More About Our Team:

Saint Marys Regional Health System offers community focused healthcare services in Russellville; AR. Saint Marys 170-bed acute care hospital is a Level III Trauma Center and offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient services.

Russellville overlooking 34000-acre Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River is renowned for its bass fishing and a state park has two locations providing everything needed for an enjoyable outing. Mount Nebo State Park offers spectacular views of the River Valley. Arkansas Tech University provides cultural and sporting events throughout the year.

Your experience matters:

Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of assigned area.

Reports to: Practice Manager

FLSA: Non-exempt

What were looking for:

Education: Graduate of a Practical Nursing program.
Licenses: Current LPN License to practice in the State of Arkansas.
Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire

Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

How youll contribute:

A Medical Assistant who excels in this role:

Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs history medication listing assessing visual acuity and determining chief complaint. Assesses patients physical and mental status.
Completes all necessary documentation in the patients medical record in accordance with practices charting policy.
Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments exams and medical procedures
Administers prescribed oral medications and give intramuscular and subcutaneous and intradermal injections. Performs venipunctures CLIA-Waived and non-CLIA Waived lab testing.
Maintains a clean orderly and safe environment for patients and visitors. This includes cleaning sterilizing and storing instruments in accordance with practice policies. Stocks rooms in preparation for the daily work schedule. Take inventory of medical and exam room supplies.
Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids chemical disinfectants radiation and other hazardous substances.
Arranges for specialized consultations and appointments for testing as ordered by the physicians. Notifies appropriate insurance personnel to pre-certify surgeries or tests ordered by the physician or other health care provider which require pre-certification by the insurance company.
Answering office phones assisting front desk in scheduling appointments and directing calls appropriately.
Assists in checking out patients and assists them with referral processing and scheduling process.
Assist in other functions of the physician practice as needed.

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Connect with a Recruiter:

Have questions Please contact Tiffany Williams by emailing

EEOC Statement:

Saint Marys Regional Health System is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color race sex age religion national origin disability genetic information gender identity sexual orientation veterans status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Required Experience:

Junior IC

DescriptionSaint Marys Regional Health System - 1808 W Main St Russellville AR 72801Medical Assistant*Required Licenses:LPN or Registered MA (RMA or CMA) requiredFull Time DaysMore About Our Team:Saint Marys Regional Health System offers community focused healthcare services in Russellville; AR. Sai...