Certified Medical Assistant

Join the compassionate team at Sugarloaf Medical, PC, and become an essential member in enhancing our patient care experience and overall wellbeing. We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual who is passionate about providing our patients with an outstanding healthcare experience to serve as our Medical Assistant. In this role, you will be a key player in supporting various aspects of patient care, ensuring that our patients receive the best possible care.

Clinical Duties:

Patient Triage:

• Reconcile medications and update patients' medical history.
• Conduct necessary diagnostic testing as required.

Diagnostic Testing and Procedures:

• Perform various diagnostic tests when applicable, including but not limited to:
• Electrocardiogram (ECG)
• Spirometry
• Rapid diagnostic testing for acute illnesses (COVID, Flu, Strep, RSV and Pregnancy)
• Phlebotomy
• Intramuscular vaccine and medication administration

Additional Procedures (Training Offered if Needed):

• Spirometry
• DEXA (bone density scan)
• Home Sleep Studies
• Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM)

Administrative Duties:

• Medications: Prepare prescription refill requests and communicate with pharmacies.
• Diagnostic Results Reporting: Relay laboratory and diagnostic results to patients as directed by the physician or midlevel provider.
• Prior Authorizations: Handle prior authorizations for medications and diagnostic testing.
• Insurance Referrals and Patient Care Coordination: Assist in managing insurance referrals and collaborate with subspecialists to coordinate patient care.
• Document Management: Efficiently manage patient documents, ensuring proper assignment to appropriate staff members.
• Scheduling: Schedule follow-up appointments and diagnostic procedures.
• Handling Inquiries: Effectively manage patient electronic and phone inquiries, providing timely and accurate information.

Educational Requirements:

Candidates should have completed the following educational program:

• Associate Degree in Medical Assisting or a related field.

Professional Certifications:

Candidates are expected to have one or more of the following certifications:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by the American Medical Technologists (AMT).
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Health career Association.
• Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) by the National Health career Association or an equivalent certification.

Mandatory Training and Certifications:

Applicants are required to have training and certification in the following areas:

• HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
• OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).

Medical Knowledge:

• Familiarity with Medical Fundamentals: Understanding of common medications, medical terminology, and diagnostic procedures.
• Health Insurance Processes: Knowledge of health insurance processes, patient accounts, and insurance claims.

Technical Proficiency:

• EMR Systems: Required experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
• Software Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Patient Management: Competence in patient scheduling and managing medical records.

Patient Care:

• Patient Privacy: Commitment to ensuring patient privacy and safeguarding Protected Health Information (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA and cybersecurity standards.
• Safety: Maintaining personal and workplace safety in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Emergency Response: Capability to perform basic lifesaving techniques in emergency situations.

Communication Skills:

• Verbal Communication: Strong communication skills and telephone etiquette.
• Written Communication: Effective written communication skills.
• Organizational and Detail Oriented Skills:
• Multitasking and Precision: Proficiency in handling multiple tasks under pressure with attention to detail.

Relevant Experience:

We require a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant, preferably in a primary care setting.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time Hours: 5 days a week, Monday through Friday. Candidates must be available for an 8-hour shift between 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM, subject to scheduling needs.
• Part time Availability: Candidates with limited availability that match clinic needs and schedules are also encouraged to apply.
• Location: Candidate should reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the advertised clinic

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: Competitive hourly rates and salaries.
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans allowance.
• Retirement Plan: 401K plan with employer matching contributions.
• Licensure and Certification: Reimbursement for continuing education and certification fees.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO for vacations.
• Paid Major Holidays: Paid time off on major holidays.