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Back Office Medical Assistant-Must be Bilingual

PHOENIX FAMILY MEDICAL CARE PLLC

  • Phx, AZ
  • 20 days ago
  • Full-time
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Skills

  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Blood Pressureunmatched
  • Certified Medical Assistantunmatched
  • Clinical Assessmentunmatched
  • Clinical Competencyunmatched
  • Clinical Study Publicationsunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Family Medicineunmatched
  • HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)unmatched
  • Healthcare Providersunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Home Careunmatched
  • Infection Controlunmatched
  • Injectionsunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Laboratory Testingunmatched
  • Medical Assistanceunmatched
  • Medical Equipmentunmatched
  • Medical Officeunmatched
  • Medical Office Administrationunmatched
  • Medical Productsunmatched
  • Medical Record Systemunmatched
  • Medical Recordsunmatched
  • Medical Terminologyunmatched
  • Medical Treatmentunmatched
  • Medicationsunmatched
  • Multilingualunmatched
  • Office Equipmentunmatched
  • Operations Managementunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Patient Admissionsunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Patient Educationunmatched
  • Patient Follow-upunmatched
  • Prescription Drugsunmatched
  • Radiographyunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Records Managementunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Specimen Collectionunmatched
  • Sterilizationunmatched
  • Testingunmatched
  • Wound Careunmatched

Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching

Key Responsibilities:


  1. Patient Care:

    • Assist with patient intake, including recording vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, weight, pulse) and medical histories.
    • Prepare patients for examinations by assisting them with changing into gowns, positioning them, and ensuring they are comfortable.
    • Take and record patient symptoms and concerns to communicate with the physician.
  2. Clinical Tasks:

    • Administer injections, prescribed treatments under the supervision of the physician.
    • Perform basic laboratory tests and collect specimens for analysis (e.g., blood, urine).
    • Assist in minor procedures and treatments, such as wound care,and dressing changes.
    • Sterilize medical equipment and ensure proper infection control procedures are followed.
  3. Patient Education:

    • Educate patients on medications, treatments, and home care instructions as directed by the physician.
    • Provide information on lifestyle changes and health management for chronic conditions.
  4. Medical Record Management:

    • Update and maintain accurate patient records in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
    • Document clinical observations and communicate with the healthcare provider regarding patient status.
    • Ensure patient records are organized and kept confidential in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  5. Lab and Diagnostic Tests:

    • Schedule and prepare patients for lab tests, X-rays, or other diagnostic procedures.
    • Collect specimens for diagnostic tests as required by the physician.
  6. Inventory Management:

    • Keep track of medical supplies, reorder items when necessary, and ensure stock is always maintained.
  7. Assist with Scheduling and Follow-up:

    • Assist patients with scheduling follow-up appointments or referrals to specialists as directed by the physician.
    • Follow up with patients regarding lab results, test follow-ups, and appointment reminders.
Skills and Qualifications:


  • Medical Knowledge: Understanding of medical terminology, procedures, and office equipment.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to interact effectively with patients, physicians, and other staff members.
  • Organization: Excellent organizational skills to manage patient records, appointments, and medical supplies.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and office software.
  • Compassion and Empathy: Ability to provide empathetic care to patients, especially in a family practice setting where patients of all ages are seen.
Required Qualifications:


  • Certification: Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) is often required.
  • Education: Typically requires a high school diploma, and many positions prefer completion of a formal Medical Assistant program.
  • Experience: Experience working in a medical office, preferably in a family practice setting, is helpful.
This role is essential to a well-functioning family practice, as it combines clinical skills with administrative support, allowing physicians to focus on patient care while ensuring that office operations are efficient and organized.

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LocationPhx, AZ
Job TypeFull-time

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