You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Company Information

Our client is creating a community of caring designed to help members stay healthy and engaged. By focusing on a strong provider-patient relationship, routine wellness, and staying active, members enjoy a higher level of care and a better quality of life after the age of 60.

Job Summary

Core to our client's approach is to have a robust clinical care team focused on the needs of the members. Care teams are responsible for delivering excellent and compassionate primary care and coordinating the care of members with the broader healthcare delivery system. The Medical Assistant (MA) plays a critical role in supporting the Primary Care Physician (PCP) day-to-day, ensuring efficiency in the care provided to patients. MAs will work closely and collaboratively with their teammates to greet and room members, assist in assessing patients’ health conditions, and perform routine diagnostic testing during appointments. The MA-Float may be asked to provide coverage outside of their primary center.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct intake with patients, measuring and recording vital signs, performing examinations and routine screenings.
• Critically listen and engage with patients throughout appointments, reporting changes in conditions to PCPs and specialists.
• Perform tasks with a focus on patient experience, including processing and returning patient phone messages.
• Change dressings, apply bandages, and perform first aid procedures under physician supervision.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and maintain accurate documentation.
• Provide health coaching to patients to support healthy lifestyle choices, following up with coached patients via weekly calls.

Qualifications

• High degree of emotional intelligence and integrity.
• Self-starter with the ability to think creatively and work effectively.
• Ability to work effectively with various seniorities and diverse populations.
• Strong communication skills and customer-oriented approach.
• Excellent critical reasoning, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite and analytical software packages.
• Ability to travel occasionally for company meetings.

Experience

• A minimum of 1-year work experience as a Medical Assistant.
• 6+ months of phlebotomy experience is highly desired.
• EClinical Works or similar EMR experience.
• Experience working with geriatric patients is a plus.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent education (GED) required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required.

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.