Medical Assistant
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Description: Molina Healthcare is currently seeking to employ Medical Assistant right now, this position will be settled in New Mexico. Detailed specification about this position opportunity please read the description below. Responsible for performing patient oriented procedures under the supervision of a practitioner, registered nurse (RN), or licensed vocational nurse (LVN) â€" in conjunction with MA Supervisor to ensure patients receive appropriate care. Contributes to patient satisfaction levels and member growth at medical office location. Complies with policies, procedures and regulations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Duties and Responsibilities
Anticipate needs of provider and carries out provider orders.
Assist providers with procedures, (Pap Smears, minor surgical procedures)
Demonstrate knowledge of all back office functions of medical assistant function (in accordance with practitioner orders and MMC protocol) including intake and recording of health and immunization history; patient preparation for exam or procedure, administration of screening tests, preparation, administration and recording of immunizations/medication, taking and recording of vital signs, venipuncture blood draws and administration of injections.
Assure patient visit is closed explaining next steps (e.g. lab, x-ray, referral to specialist process etc.)
Proficient in CHDP program and its required documentation and patient support process
Demonstrate knowledge of all front office functions (in accordance with MMC policies and procedures) including receipt, documentation and direction of incoming phone calls to the appropriate person in a timely and efficient manner; scheduling, documentation and follow-up on patient appointments; preparation of forms and charts applicable to patient check-in or check-out; appropriate facilitation of specialty referrals.
Assist MA I in completion of job tasks when required
Assure completion of super bill and medical record documentation by provider & staff on date of patient visit
Assist MA I if needed in completion of job tasks as they relate to documentation of records
Confer with provider and supervisor to ensure that all documentation has been completed to accuracy of records
Assure completion and maintenance of all necessary related paperwork and logs, appropriate par levels related to weekly inventory
Attend to prescription refills, ensuring timely completion of call backs
Assist team in confirmation of appointment reminder calls on a daily basis
Participate in community outreach events to foster MHC enrollment growth
Process tickler file for orders and/or follow up log is maintained daily
Contribute to patient satisfaction at clinic site. May be required to cover staffing shortages within cluster as well as rotational Saturday clinic hours may be required
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Good interpersonal and problem solving skills
Good grammar and spelling skills
Bilingual preferred; Completion of Skills Inventory Sheet.
Must have the ability to satisfactorily speak, read, write and understand English for effective communication
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to abide by Molina’s policies
Maintain regular attendance based on agreed-upon schedule
Maintain confidentiality and comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective work relationships with coworkers, clients, members, providers and customers
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education
High School Diploma or GED
Completion of Medical Assistant course through a federally accredited, State licensed vocational/technical school with Phlebotomy training certification included
Required Experience
3-5 years’ experience as Medical Assistant in Primary Care
Preferred Experience
Emphasis in family practice and/or Pediatrics
Managed care experience
Required Licensure/Certification
CPR Certified- Current verifiable CPR Card
Venipuncture certified
To all current Molina employees if you are interested in applying for this position please fill out an Employee Transfer Request Form (ETR) and attach it to your profile when applying online. Be sure to let us know you are a current employee by selecting “Molina Employee (current) in the source section of the online application.
Molina Healthcare offers competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V
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If you were eligible to this position, please deliver us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Molina Healthcare.
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This position starts available on: Wed, 11 Jul 2012 02:53:56 GMT