Certified Medical Assistant/LPN

Job Description

Assist physicians with patient examinations and radiology procedures while maintaining safety, accuracy, and patient comfort

Medical Assistant

Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician and/or advanced practitioner, including preparing patients to be seen by the physician and/or advanced practitioner, and perform specific procedures with appropriate orientation and supervision. Assists with patient phone calls, prescription refills, referrals, and prior authorizations. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e. pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height) and records information in patients' charts. May be required to collect blood samples, tissue or other laboratory specimens and prepare them for testing. Explains treatment procedures, medications, diets and physician's instructions to patients. Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean. Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures related to the practice. Follows standard procedures and/or written instructions to perform job duties. Obtains and maintains certification as a Limited License Radiology Technician/Technologist (LLRT) to operate radiology equipment to capture high-quality diagnostic images while adhering to radiation safety practices, completing only specific bony limb and chest images per certification. Assists with business operations, clerical, medical records management, reception, and patient scheduling as needed. Demonstrates teamwork to ensure achievement of team, individual, and corporate goals. Provides support to team members and performs other duties as required.

Job Qualifications

Education: High school graduate or equivalent.

Licensure: Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. Graduated from a Medical Assistant program, accredited by the Commission on accreditation of Allied Health Education Program preferred. Test and pass the National Certification exam (AAMA, NHA, NCCT, AMT, or NAHP) to be certified as Medical Assistant required. Current LLRT certification or completion of a certified Limited License Radiology Technician/Technologist program within 6 months of start date.

Experience: 1-2 years' experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Skills: Good oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, physicians, advanced practitioners and staff members. Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions, policies, guidelines and standards. Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. Intermediate Proficiency level with Microsoft Office: Word and Excel.

Full-Time Benefits

  • 403(b) Matching (Retirement)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Employee wellness program
  • Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
  • Employer paid Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • ICHRA for health insurance
  • Paid Annual Leave (Time off)
  • Vision insurance

Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician and/or advanced practitioner, Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information in patients' charts, May collect blood samples, tissue or other laboratory specimens and prepare them for testing, Explains treatment procedures, medications, diets and physician's instructions to patients, Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures related to the practice, Obtains and maintains certification as a Limited License Radiology Technician/Technologist to operate radiology equipment, Assists with business operations, clerical, medical records management, reception, and patient scheduling as needed, Demonstrates teamwork to ensure achievement of team, individual, and corporate goals