Medical Assistant

Think Whole Person Healthcare - Omaha, NE

Full-time - Entry Level

Omaha, NE

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Medical Assistant position at Think Whole Person Healthcare involves coordinating and implementing care plans for patients under the supervision of healthcare providers. The role emphasizes patient care, documentation, and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure efficient patient flow and adherence to medical protocols.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care services, including preparation for examinations and gathering patient information.
• Perform vital signs, height, weight, and screening procedures, documenting findings in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensure accurate documentation is maintained and relay instructions to patients.
• Schedule follow-up appointments and help ensure timely patient flow.
• Collect specimens as required, adhering to appropriate protocols.
• Complete requisitions, label, and route specimens according to clinic protocol.
• Adhere to infection control standards, including hand hygiene and equipment disinfection.
• Assist with special procedures and examinations following appropriate protocols.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of examination rooms and stock supplies as needed.
• Complete and monitor required logs for equipment and medication.
• Communicate with various service providers to coordinate patient needs.
• Answer phone calls and respond to patient messages within set guidelines.
• Complete medication refills in accordance with clinic protocol.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to achieve certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, etc.).
• Active medication aid and American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification required.
• One year of experience as a Medical Assistant, utilizing electronic Health Records (EHR) preferred.
• Knowledge of patient care standards and practices.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA privacy rules.
• Skill in communicating professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and time management.
• Skill in using a computer and various software, including EHR software, Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with infection control protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $37.4K - $47.4K per year.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.