Advanced - Medical Assistant - Clinic - Radiology-Interventional-Providence

USA Health - Mobile, AL

Job Title: Advanced - Medical Assistant - Clinic - Radiology-Interventional-Providence

Position: Lead Medical Assistant in Interventional Radiology Clinic

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City: Mobile

State: AL

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Job Responsibilities

Serve as the primary clinician working alongside the office physician or advanced practice provider.
Coordinate the schedule and patient placement in the clinic based on need.
Assisting with procedures and preparing patients for examination.
Ensure staff instruct patients about medication and special diets.
Prepare and administer medication as directed.
Transmit prescriptions as directed.
Perform wound care and dressing changes as needed.
Triages patients directly or through delegation to other paraprofessional staff.
Take medical histories and explain treatments to patients.
Assist the provider during examinations or in-office procedures.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and/or perform basic laboratory tests.
Prepare and administer medications including intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections as directed.
Transmit prescription refills as directed.
Perform or delegate administrative duties such as understanding office computer applications, answering phones, and welcoming patients.
Update and file patient medical records and complete insurance forms.
Schedule appointments and handle correspondence.
Arrange and schedule hospital admissions and other ancillary services.
Conduct pre-authorization work and obtain appropriate certifications.
Serve as a patient liaison to explain physician instructions.
Maintain follow-up with patients or family members regarding care.
Transcribe dictation and medical notes as requested.
Set up procedure equipment and assist with in-office procedures.
Lead office operations in the absence of the provider, clinic administrator, or registered nurse.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Patient care experience
Medical assistance procedures
Administrative skills

Preferred Skills

Completion of a Medical Assistant program or related allied health program

Requirements

Experience: Three years of patient care-related experience

Education: High school diploma or GED

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

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Supplemental Pay

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Special Notes

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
The University of South Alabama does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis.