Medical Assistant Gastroenterology

Baptist Healthcare System Inc

Onsite
Direct hands-on patient care experience
Obtaining vital signs and patient history
Electronic health record (epic) management
Baptist Healthcare System is seeking a Medical Assistant for their Gastroenterology department, focusing on direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient setting. Key responsibilities include patient management tasks like obtaining vital signs, managing electronic health records, and performing clinical procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience in a medical setting and strong communication skills

Job Summary

  • The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support within an outpatient gastroenterology clinic setting.
  • Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, reconciling medications, collecting patient history, and facilitating efficient patient flow.
  • Upon successful completion of clinical competency, the role may require performing EKGs, lab tests, injections, and phlebotomy.

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Baptist Healthcare System is seeking a Medical Assistant for their Gastroenterology department, focusing on direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient setting. Key responsibilities include patient management tasks like obtaining vital signs, managing electronic health records, and performing clinical procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience in a medical setting and strong communication skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct hands-on patient care experience
  • Obtaining vital signs and patient history
  • Electronic health record (EPIC) management
  • Scheduling appointments and processing requests
  • Coordinating tests and prior authorizations

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Experience with EMR systems
  • Teamwork and innovation focus
  • Support for clinical excellence

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • 1+ year experience as a Medical Assistant
  • Graduate of accredited MA training program
  • Basic Life Support certification within 90 days
  • Clinical competency assessment upon hire

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