Medical Assistant

Overview:

The Medical Assistant also must be able to perform laboratory procedures in accordance with current best practices. The Medical Assistant will perform duties within the scope of their licensure or certification, under appropriate supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the timely and accurate collection of laboratory specimens consistent with federal and state regulations. Maintain appropriate inventory of laboratory supplies and a sanitary, organized work environment.
• Provide input on overall treatment philosophy, treatments services, and patient care.
• Prepare specimens for shipping.
• Timely review, posting, and dissemination of laboratory results.
• Complete patient vital signs, TB testing, and blood draws.
• Consult team members on lab testing, results, and patient issues.
• Complete timely and comprehensive documentation into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Facilitate timely and efficient patient flow for the duration of their visit.
• Maintain accurate new and existing patient accounts, including insurance and billing information.
• Perform administrative duties to support patient flow as assigned
• Assist with scheduling patient appointments.
• Communicating with various teams regarding patient appointments.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly empathetic and compassionate to effectively support the recovery journey of BrightView’s patients
• Competent at working with a diverse population of colleagues and patients
• Team-player, able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment
• Natural problem solver, looks for solutions to best meet patient needs with a sense of urgency
• Adaptable and agile within a dynamic work environment
• Technologically capable, comfortable operating in multiple systems for communication and documentation purposes, including Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Familiarity with MS Office software (Outlook, Teams, Word, etc) preferred
• Embraces BrightView’s culture of compliance - operates with a high degree of integrity and compliance to work standards and regulatory requirements
• Familiarity with HIPAA and 42-CFR Part 2 desired
• Prior experience with harm reduction a plus

Qualifications:

• EXPERIENCE
• 2+ years of prior medical assistant experience preferred.
• Where applicable, Medical Assistant Certification Required (Positions located in Massachusetts and Arizona)
• EDUCATION:
• High School Diploma or equivalent

We offer competitive compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment dedicated to professional growth and development.

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OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee of this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.