Medical Assistant/Front Desk- Gastonia NC

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Description

The Medical Assistant 2 is the first point of contact for patient care. Responsible for administrative duties in addition to patient care. The Medical Assistant 2 performs varied activities and moderately complex administrative/operational/customer support assignments. Performs computations. Typically works on semi-routine assignments.

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant 2 performs clinical duties such as discussing symptoms and gathering and inputting information into the electronic medical records system, taking vital signs, giving injections, performing diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination rooms at an outpatient care site. Collaborates closely with Physicians and Nurses. Delivers direct patient care dependent on what active certification allows. Decisions are typically focus on interpretation of area/department policy and methods for completing assignments. Works within defined parameters to identify work expectations and quality standards, but has some latitude over prioritization/timing, and works under minimal direction. Follows standard policies/practices that allow for some opportunity for interpretation/deviation and/or independent discretion.

Required Qualifications

1 - 3 years of Medical Assistant experience in 'back-office' direct patient care

Applicable State licensure in field of study (RMA/ CMA)

Current CPR certification

less than 2 years of leadership experience

This role is considered patient facing and is part of Humana/Senior Bridge's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB.

Must be a team player with excellent communication skills

Experience in a fast pace/high volume environment

Experience with MS Outlook

Basic Computer knowledge

Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

Preferred Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Bilingual

Hands-on professional Phlebotomy experience

Experience with Electronic Medical Records

Experience with HEDIS

Active Medical Assistant Certification or Registration from the following: American Association of Medical Assistant (AAMA), National Healthcareer Association, American Registry of Medical Assistants, National Association for Health Professionals, and/or American Medical Technologist

Rad tech license ( AART)

Additional Information

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Company info

Humana Inc.
Website : http://www.humana.com