Medical Assistant- Full Time/ Part Time/ Contingent
Company: Honor Community Health
Location: Pontiac
Posted on: March 17, 2023
Job Description:
Honor Community Health is a 501c3 Federally Qualified Health
Center co-located within 20 locations. Our mission is to provide
for the health and wellness needs of the underserved of Oakland
County through the provision of comprehensive, integrated primary,
behavioral health, and dental care. We serve all populations
regardless of their ability to pay. Our team is passionate about
serving the people of Oakland County. -*NOTE: All employees are
required to receive the COVID-19 Vaccine.Position DescriptionThe
Medical Assistant I is an essential member of a high performing
healthcare team providing direct and indirect patient care,
assisting HONOR COMMUNITY HEALTH clinicians, completing general
office duties, managing and maintaining patient records in the
HONOR COMMUNITY HEALTH EMR systems, taking and recording patient
vitals, performing laboratory tests and assisting with procedures
as necessary. - In addition, the Medical Assistant I will adhere to
HONOR COMMUNITY HEALTH policies and procedures while carrying out
and monitoring a wide range of clinical processes. - The Medical
Assistant I will maintain strong internal and external
relationships, serving as liaison on behalf of HONOR COMMUNITY
HEALTH's centers and administrative team, completing documentation
and processing a variety of forms and records. -Works
collaboratively to create and maintain a culture of excellence and
dedication to providing compassionate and high quality health care
to residents and the community. We are willing to train the right
candidate with no experience. This position is for our school-based
sites.This position reports to the Practice Manager. Our standard
hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. -Responsibilities
- Aids HONOR COMMUNITY HEALTH's clinicians with updating the
medical record during the patient calls. The Medical Assistant will
also initiate and track medical record requests, authorizations for
medication, laboratory test results, referral visit notes or any
other patient report to support coordination of patient care.
- Ensures complete and accurate medication list and drug
allergies are maintained in the patient's electronic medical
record.
- Set up and clean patient room immediately following patient
visit following protocol.
- Follows guidelines, procedures, and protocols set by both the
Medical Director and the Director of Clinical Services. -
- May be responsible for direct patient communication regarding:
future appointments, hospital admissions, referral appointments and
pharmacy refills.
- Answers patient questions or act as an advocate by directing
them to the proper resources whether in person or over the phone.
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- Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) waived
testing.
- Other assigned dutiesWhat are we looking for?
- High school diploma or equivalent is required. -
- Certified Medical Assistant preferred
- Must maintain BLS Certification through the American Heart
Association.
- A minimum of two or more years in a similar clinical position
preferred. -
- Strong computer skills and experience using Electronic Medical
Records and knowledge of Microsoft Office and internet preferred.
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- A compassionate and positive attitude
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment -
- Ability to create an excellent patient experience
- Patient focused mindset
- Must be willing to work between other locations when neededWhat
do we Offer?
- Competitive wages
- 401k with company match
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Free Life Insurance
- Free Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- 4-6 Weeks Paid Time Off for Full-Time Employees
- Parental Leave
- Diversity Day and Holiday Pay
- Bereavement Leave
- Continuing Medical Education Allowance for Clinicians
- Free Malpractice Insurance
- License Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness to all Full-Time EmployeesWhy
work for Honor?
- Honor is a patient directed and community driven Federally
Qualified Health Center.
- We ensure that patients come first by providing enabling
services to assist patients with specific barriers to care such as
transportation, translation, food security, and other social
services.
- Our staff is passionate about providing all members of the
community with access to quality health care regardless of their
situation.COVID-19 Precautions:
- Remote Prescreening Interview Process
- Person protective equipment provided or requiredPlease note the
selected candidate will be required to submit to a criminal record
check and reference check.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and
InclusionThe diversity of our people and patients is one of our
greatest strengths, and inclusive workplace enables us to embrace
that diversity to deliver the best services to our employee and
patients. -Honor Community Health -is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in
employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age,
handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited
by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are
performed without regard to the above listed items.Powered by
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