- Location
- Fort Smith, AR
- Department
- Healthcare
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Medical Assistant looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients? We are seeking a motivated healthcare professional to join our team and play an important role in delivering quality patient care.
In this role, you will be a valued member of the healthcare team, working in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth, collaboration, and a commitment to patient well-being. If you take pride in providing excellent care and are looking for an opportunity to grow your career, we encourage you to apply.
Front and Back Office
- Manages office telephone systems, including answering calls and returning messages.
- Performs data entry tasks to document patient records within facility databases and maintains patient files.
- Coordinates daily office activities.
- Greet patients.
- Records patient's vital signs and changes in medical conditions in the proper systems.
- Collects blood, tissue, and fluid samples, documents in the patient online database and sends them in for laboratory analysis.
- Correctly handles biohazard waste.
- Preps exam rooms for clinical procedures and assist providers with patient care
- Assists providers during routine checkups, outpatient procedures, and other physical exams
- Monitors and thoroughly documents patient symptoms for provider review during clinical exams.
- Provides compassionate patient support and care, attention, and assistance during office visits.
- Prepares and administers medications under the direction of supervising physician.
- Additional responsibilities as required.
Requirements
Education
- Graduation from an accredited medical assistant program.
- ·Graduates of a Licensed Practical Nursing program will also be considered.
- Phlebotomy certification preferred.
Experience
- 2-3 years prior experience in a medical office or related medical facility preferred
Certifications
- Current BLS / CPR Certification
- Medical Assistant registration / certification preferred
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Proficient with technology, including Zoom, Teams, Microsoft Office Suite, Electronic Medical Record systems, or related software.
- Proficiency with EKG.
- Demonstrates professionalism, respect, and tact always.
- Basic understanding of medical terminology, coding procedures, and clinical pharmacology.
- Displays enthusiasm and a positive attitude toward coworkers and all members of the practice.
- Understands and adheres to patient confidentiality.
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people of varying ages, ethnicities, life experiences, etc.
- Comfortable working independently as well as part of the team
- Dependable, displays flexibility and shows initiative.
Special Requirements
- While performing the duties of this job, there is possible exposure to blood and body fluids, infectious diseases, chemicals, and repetitive motions.
- The employee is regularly required to sit and use a computer.
- Frequently required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
About OneVeracity
OneVeracity partners with brokers to help self-funded employers reduce medical and pharmacy costs without compromising care. It delivers Health Plan Solutions, VeracityRx, Care Solutions, and Onsite Health Centers in one integrated model that gives employers a clearer, more coordinated way to manage healthcare spend. The approach is grounded in three guiding principles: enhance care, reduce costs, and make it easy. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Kennesaw, Georgia, OneVeracity is a privately held company that serves self-funded employers across industries including manufacturing, government, and professional services. Learn more at www.OneVeracity.com.