Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Full-Time1stShift

BHCOR-Wound Care CenterICorbin KY

TheWound Care Centerspecializes in the evaluation treatment and management of acute chronic and non-healing wounds. Using advanced wound care techniques and a multidisciplinary approach the center provides comprehensive services designed to promote healing prevent complications and improve patients quality of life.The team collaborates closely with physicians nurses therapists and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patients needs.

The Medical Assistantis responsible forproviding professional patient care and efficient in-office patient flow.The Medical Assistant serves as a liaison between the patient and the physician andmid-levels. This position iscritical to the physician and mid-levels so that they may devote their time directly to the diagnosis and treatmentofpatients. The Medical Assistant performs waived laboratory tests completes illnesshistoryandassistswithother officefunctionsas necessary. All employees will continuallymonitorand adhere to safety responsibilitiesand initiatives.

Description:

• Schedules appointments procedures referrals and insurance authorizations while providing excellent customer service and telephone support.

• Assistsphysicians by preparing patients obtaining vital signs and medical histories supporting exams and procedures andmaintainingefficient patient flow.

• Provides patient education communicates test results as directed administers injections and accurately documents patient information.

• Maintains exam rooms clinical supplies instrument sterilization and specimen handling to support daily office operations.

• Cross-trains in clinic functions whilemaintainingcompliance with organizational policies infection prevention safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Minimumtwo years of related experience.

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic anatomy physiology and medical terminology.

• Post-Hire Requirement:Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association within90 days.

Benefits:

• Health Vision Dental and Pet Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

• Identity Theft Protection

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6000 annually

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

• PTO Sell Back Program

• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

• Employee Support Fund for employees in need of emergency financial support

• Retirement with Company Match