- Location
- Houston, TX, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Experience
- 28+ years
- Education
- High School
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
HarmonyCares is a leading national value-based provider of in-home primary care services for people with complex healthcare needs. Headquartered out of Troy, Michigan, HarmonyCares operates home-based primary care practices in 14 states. HarmonyCares employs more than 200+ primary care providers to deliver patient-centered care under an integrated, team-based, physician-driven model.
Our Mission – To bring personalized, quality-based healthcare to the home of patients who have difficult accessing care.
Our Shared Vision – Every patient deserves access to quality healthcare.
Our Values – The way we care is our legacy. Every interaction counts. Go the extra mile. Empower and support each other.
Why You Should Want to Work with Us
- Health, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, and much more
- 401K Retirement Plan (with company match)
- Tuition, Professional License and Certification Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off, Holidays and Volunteer Time
- Paid Orientation and Training
- Day Time Hours (no holidays/weekends)
- Manageable rosters and visits per day compared to a traditional practice environment
- Great Place to Work Certified
- Established in 11 states
- Largest home-based primary care practice in the US for over 28 years, making a huge impact in healthcare today!
More details about the benefits we offer can be found at https://careers.harmonycares.com/benefits.
Responsibilities
The Clinical Partner (Medical Assistant) will assist Harmony Cares Primary Care Physician, Nurse Practitioners and Clinical Teams in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management in a residential setting.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Supports mission, vision and core values which include but not limited to delivering compassionate support, attention and assistance to patients, families and members of the team
- Support Patient Care through Clinical Partnership with Nurse Practitioners, Physicians, and Care Management Teams
- Coordinates daily travel itinerary and transports clinicians to scheduled appointments
- Prepares patients for examination and treatment; May at times include preparing patients for minor procedures
- Secures patient consent forms, records patient care documentation accurately and in a timely manner
- Coordinates patient care as directed by Clinicians, company standards and policies
- Respects patient confidentiality at all times and treats patients with courtesy and respect
- Performs phlebotomy (venipuncture only), EKG or any other procedure as requested by Clinician
- Labels, stores and properly packages specimens for lab delivery
- Assists In identifying and closure of quality gaps
- Documentation and updating of patient care plans, as well as SDoH (Social Determinants of Health) and other assessments within the patient chart or electronic medical record
- Required to maintain compliance with CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments), OSHA, and HIPPAA guidelines
- Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatment (supply inventory, medical bag and car) (where applicable)
- Ensure company vehicle is clean and proper periodic maintenance schedule is followed (where applicable)
- Attends required meetings and in-services
In this role you may work with. . .
- Primary Care Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Clinical Teams
- Patients
- Patients Families
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
- High School graduate or GED equivalent
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, EMT, related medical education/training program or 1 year of experience serving as a Medical Assistant or Phlebotomist
- Current CPR certification that meets Company guidelines
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Basic computer literacy, including EMR, iPad, and GPS experience
- Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license and good driving record
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Six months of experience in patient care, preferably geriatric care
- Strong Phlebotomy skills
- Desire and ability to obtain MA certification with 180 days of hire
Conditions of this role to be aware of. . .
- Full range body motion including handling/lifting patients
Ability to drive up to 150 miles daily in urban and/or rural setting
Ability to lift/carry items weighing up to 50 lb
Ability to read and understand road maps
Sit or stand for long periods of time