About Our Company
Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.
Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.
When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.
Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for assisting physicians, PA, or NP with clerical duties, patient flow, patient care, and procedures.
Essential Job Functions:
- Prepares the examination room and escorts patient into the room, cleans examination room after exam completion.
- Maintains efficient patient flow and proper preparation for patient visits.
- Prepares pertinent information needed for patient visits and communicates care consistent with patient's needs.
- Answers telephones appropriately, directs calls or takes messages, schedules appointments accurately as per guidelines.
- Stocks examination rooms with necessary supplies and assists in ordering and maintaining supplies.
- Reconciles encounters daily and accurately according to policy guidelines.
- Communicates problems, concerns, or issues promptly to supervisors or managers.
- Obtains vital signs and documents appropriately in EHR.
- Reviews and updates medication lists and documents allergies; understands prescription control and refill procedures.
- Employs tasking in EHR appropriately and enters orders, schedules appointments in Practice Management System and EHR.
- Provides referrals and consult orders timely and adheres to universal safety precautions when administering medications and medical waste disposal.
- Maintains proficiency with department-specific equipment, troubleshoots, and reports malfunctions.
- Facilitates transition of care to UCC/Hospital and demonstrates flexibility with work schedules.
- Performs scribing services and other duties as assigned, including recognizing additional needed tasks.
Physical Job Requirements:
- Physical mobility and agility including movement and dexterity.
- Endurance for continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, and walking.
Environmental Risks:
- Exposure to allergens such as dust, mold, and pollen.
- Potential exposure to combative patients or visitors.
Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:
- High School Graduate/GED or equivalent required; Associate Degrees preferred.
- 0-1 year related work experience required; 2-4 years preferred.
- Medical Assistant certification required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within 30 days of hire required.
- Ability to communicate in English effectively, organize multiple tasks, basic computer proficiency, and ability to commute to satellite offices required.
Travel:
- May require travel to satellite locations as needed.
Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Hourly. The compensation range is based on industry standards and is influenced by experience and location.
About Our Commitment
Total Rewards at VillageMD
We highly value the health and wellness of our team members with benefits including Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages, and a 401k savings plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Our Company provides equal employment opportunity without discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, and other protected characteristics.
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We prioritize employee safety and warn against job search scams, conducting interviews only at select company locations during business hours.
