Medical Assistant

Privia Health - Humble, TX

Full-time

Onsite - Humble, TX

Management of Companies and Enterprises

About the position

The Medical Assistant position at Privia Health involves providing essential support to physicians and patients in a clinical setting. The role focuses on enhancing patient care by managing administrative tasks, preparing patients for examinations, and ensuring a smooth flow of operations within the healthcare environment. The Medical Assistant will play a crucial role in patient interaction, education, and maintaining confidentiality while adhering to healthcare regulations.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to examining room; make them feel welcome and comfortable
• Prepare patient for exams; obtain urine specimens, check vital signs, document symptoms, complaints & medications
• Ensure the patient's demographic information is correct and updated
• Evaluate calls for emergencies and triage appropriately
• Coordinate and schedule physician's appointments, meetings, etc.
• Assist the physician, residents and fellows with exams and procedures
• Give injections and/or teach the patient to administer injections to self
• Assist patient with obtaining lab slips and/or referrals, scheduling procedures, prescriptions, etc.
• Educate patients on healthcare concerns & problems, office & hospital procedures, medications, testing, etc.
• Cooperate and interact with team members and coworkers
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and others
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Maintain patient flow
• Follow HIPAA guidelines
• Other duties as required

Requirements

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service orientation and phone skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective, working relationships
• Ability to handle oneself in a professional manner
• Adheres to policies and procedures
• 1+ Year of Experience in a Clinical Setting
• Completed Medical Assistant Program Certificate/License: Medical Assisting Certification Required
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Benefits

• Expense reimbursement for remote work costs
• Confidentiality of personal information according to EEO guidelines