Medical Assistant Supervisor at Porter-Starke Services, Inc.

Position Summary

Supervises Medical Assistant personnel and functions. Performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist physicians and other health providers in delivering safe and effective medical care at a Federally Qualified Health Center.

Benefits

• 401k w/ 20% match
• 11 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Competitive wages
• Generous PTO
• Employee discounts (YMCA)
• Employee referral program
• HSA/FSA accounts
• Monthly student loan repayment up to $200
• Tuition assistance up to $5250
• Company paid life insurance
• Casual Fridays
• Work, life, balance flexibility
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company recognition events
• Free health screenings yearly
  
  

Job Duties

• Manages schedules of the Medical Assistant personnel
• Trains Medical Assistant staff to perform required job functions
• Supervises Medical Assistant functions for accuracy
• Assist the Practice Manager in evaluating patient flow, process efficiency and makes needed changes to improve performance
• Participate in daily patient huddles with the medical team and providers.
• Take patient vital signs, draw blood, take medical history, monitor patient charts, and assess patient needs.
• Execute general laboratory services and procedures, such as triage, phlebotomy, immunizations, other injections, submission of specimens, and tracking results.
• Collect patient information and assessment data, including vital signs.
• Organize patient care based on findings of initial assessment.
• Monitor patient status and report abnormal findings or changes in condition.
• Maintain and use principles of infection control when performing clinical tasks.
• Follow up with patients regarding abnormal lab results and schedule appointments with specialists.
• Respond to patient phone calls; schedule appointments.
• Assist provider with on-site procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by practitioner.
• Collect reports on procedures/labs conducted by hospitals and other providers.
• Arrange for sufficient and appropriate supplies in exam rooms.
• Stock and maintain exam rooms and clinic area with standard levels of supplies.
• Organize, plan and present in in-service education for Medical Assistants.
• Provide direct care to patients as a Medical Assistant on a defined schedule and as needed based on patient flow.
• Answer patient calls on a wide range of topics, at any time of the day.
• Position may assist at other Marram Health Center locations based on need and schedule.
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Competencies

• Possess strong computer skills including proficiency in Excel and Word
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess strong organizational skills
• Proficient in correct English usage, spelling and grammar.
• Proficient in oral and written communication procedures.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree in Applied Science (Medical Assisting) required.
• Must hold an active Registered or Certified Medical Assistant credential through one of the following: American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Health Career Association (NHA), or American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or other recognized Medical Assistant certification body.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting, including demonstrated phlebotomy experience.
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Previous experience working with clients in a Federally Qualified Health Center is preferred.
• Alternate Qualification Pathway: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a minimum of two (2) years of ambulatory clinical experience and phlebotomy experience may be considered in lieu of Medical Assistant requirements.
  
  

Learn more about Porter-Starke Services, Inc./Mararm Health and other job opportunities by visiting our website: https://www.porterstarke.org