Medical Assistant (Part Time)
Do you have a passion for caring for patients? If you are looking for a place where teamwork is a priority and every patient counts, this might be the spot for you! Cedar Point Health is looking for an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team in Ridgway, Colorado.
Cedar Point Health offers competitive pay and Paid Time Off including sick time.
Medical Translation Spanish Certification (CHI or CMI) is valued and considered for additional compensation.
Background checks will be performed with an offer of employment.
*FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES - SEE BELOW
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include, but are not limited to, the following:
Responsibilities:
- Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient electronic medical record prior to appointment and confers with provider regarding incomplete tests/consults or other orders.
- Prepares patients for examination and treatment by escorting them from the waiting area to the exam room and taking vitals, heights and weights.
- Prepares, cleans, and maintains exam room and treatment rooms. Keeps exam rooms stocked with supplies.
- Gives injections and assists with EKG’s, OB/GYN exams and other tests and office procedures as needed, and provides other patient care services as directed by the physicians.
- Maintains sample medication records, administers medication upon physician order and responds to medication requests per practice protocol via (fax, phone and e-script).
- Triages, schedules same day appointments, and responds to patient communication within practice policy.
- Assists providers with patient education and self- management.
- Maintain courteous relationships with outside caregivers, insurance carriers, labs, hospital, and pharmacies at all times.
- Performs other related work as required.
*Make sure to submit transfer form to supervisor prior to applying to any opening to interest. To be considered for the opening - employee apply in addition to completing the transfer form