Join Our Team at Coastal Health Spine & Pain – St. Marys!
Coastal Health is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and motivated Medical Assistant (MA) to join our Spine & Pain team in our St. Marys, Georgia office. Our St. Marys clinic provides comprehensive spine and pain management services with a focus on delivering exceptional patient care in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities:
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Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical history, and medication reconciliation.
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Assist providers with examinations and in-office procedures.
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Prepare exam rooms and maintain a clean, organized clinical environment.
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Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
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Coordinate referrals, prior authorizations, and diagnostic testing as needed.
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Provide excellent customer service while ensuring a positive patient experience.
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Maintain HIPAA compliance and follow all clinical policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
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Previous experience in a medical office preferred; specialty clinic experience is a plus.
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Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
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Experience with EMR systems.
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Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.
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Positive attitude and commitment to providing compassionate patient care.
Why Join Coastal Health?
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Competitive pay
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Comprehensive benefits package
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Paid time off and holidays
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Opportunities for professional growth
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Supportive team culture dedicated to outstanding patient care
If you're passionate about helping patients improve their quality of life and want to be part of a growing healthcare organization, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today and become part of the Coastal Health family!
Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED), medical assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a community college course in medical assisting. Appropriate certificate indicating passing grade for specific specialty if working in specialty department; e.g., pediatric medical assistant exam.
Experience: Minimum three (3) years of recent experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office. Electrocardiogram (EKG), vital signs, venipuncture, capillary, and injection current experience.
Other Requirements: Current documentation of medical assistant certification preferred. Must possess a current CPR certification and current health records with the appropriate immunizations to work in the health care field (hepatitis B and tuberculosis).
Performance Requirements:
Knowledge:
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Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures.
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Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to particular medical practice.
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Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families.
Skills:
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Skill in performing medical assistance tasks appropriately.
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Skill in tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
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Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.
Abilities:
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Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.
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Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
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Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks.
