*We are looking to hire a direct patient care Medical Assistant IMMEDIATELY for our Dickson location.
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*We need you! We will pay based on your experience and ability!*
Advanced Foot and Ankle Care Centers is a growing company with 7 locations and 9 doctors looking for a *Medical Assistant *to serve our Dickson office.
*The ideal candidate is a go getter with proven MA experience and who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
*The medical assistant performs both administrative and clinical tasks to support the work of the physician as they provide care to patients in the clinics.
*Medical Assistant Responsibilities:*
* Greet patients and prepare them for examinations and interview patients about their medical histories, pain level, and/or progress being made between appointments.
* Assist physicians during patient examinations
* Help patients understand medical treatments and therapies
* Answer patient calls and act as a liaison between patients and physicians
* Provide direction, support, and counseling regarding patient administration of medical therapies and medications
* Perform administrative tasks relating to patient care such as, arranging for lab services, arranging for hospital admissions, and scheduling appointments
* Enter and update patient records into EMR
* Maintain and organize patient information on surgeries and all other patient information packets
* Clean and prepare all patient rooms, sterilize equipment, and re-stock rooms daily
* Check machines for proper functioning and clean machines according to the office procedures
*Role Specific Qualifications:*
* Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment
* Ability to communicate effectively with patients and doctors
* Encourage and build mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members
*Education and Experience Requirements*
* High school diploma or equivalent
* +2 year experience working as a medical assistant
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Opportunities for advancement
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
* Podiatry
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No nights
* No weekends
Work setting:
* Clinic
* In-person
* Private practice
Experience:
* EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
* Medical Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
* eClinicalWorks: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
* Dickson, TN (Required)
Work Location: In person