Medical Assistant

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Reports To: Lead Medical Assistant

Job Summary: At WelsCare, we view wound care as an opportunity to heal, not a barrier in care. As a medical assistant, you will be performing a variety of clinical and administrative tasks. You will be seeing patients in different locations and assist providers in delivering appropriate care. Locations range from home, facility, and clinic visits. Our expectation is that all our patients receive the best care we can provide.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, or are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to):

· Taking medical histories

· Explaining treatment options to patients

· Preparing patients for examinations

· Assisting providers during examinations

· Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens

· Transmitting prescriptions as directed

· Instructed wound care and dressing changes

· Coordinate care with instructed care team

· Instrument sterilization

· Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

· The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time

Administrative Duties (may include, but not limited to):

· Using computer applications

· Answering telephones

· Arranging requested referrals, imaging, etc.

· Scheduling appointments

· Maintaining medical records

· Supply stocking

· Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

· The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time

Job Qualifications:

· Education: High School Diploma or equivalent substitute

· Certifications and/or Licenses:

o Certification as a nurse assistant (CNA) or medical assistant (CMA) preferred

Skills and Competencies:

· Good verbal and written communication

· Demonstrate compassion and caring when dealing with others

· Willingness to adapt to change

· Ability to prioritize workload while maintaining flexibility

· Positive attitude

· Problem solving

· Teamwork

· Professionalism in action and appearance

· Continual learning

· Customer service

Physical Demands:

· Ability to sit, walk, reach, lift, push, pull, handle, hold, carry, feel, etc.

· Repetitive physical motions may be required to complete duties

· Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Work Environment:

· This job operates at multiple clinical and non-clinical locations, varying by clinician’s schedules

· Driving to and from visits will be required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person