Medical Assistant

Clinical Floater

Are you a compassionate and patient-oriented Medical Assistant or LPN looking for a fulfilling and challenging opportunity with a company that offers competitive salary and a very generous benefits package? Look no more! Eagle Physicians & Associates is seeking dynamic and self-motivated Medical Assistants and LPNs to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals as a Clinical Floater. To provide clinical support to physicians and APP's in the office.

Schedule is Monday - Friday 8 AM- 5 PM, no weekends required. This position will require floating between all Eagle locations as needed, reliable transportation is required.

Join Us and Thrive! Become part of our enriched and satisfied workforce. Eagle provides employees with the opportunity to earn an annual bonus.

Paid Maternity/Paternity leave Eagle provides up to 2 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave after 1 year employed and 1,250 hours worked for the birth or adoption of a child. Time is pro-rated based on FTE status.

Influenza vaccine required as a condition of employment, please direct questions to Eagle HR. Eagle is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Float between all Eagle sites as needed.
• Triage incoming patients to determine priority and severity of conditions.
• Obtain patient health histories and vital statistics and record information in appropriate charts paying special attention to current conditions.
• Perform phlebotomy and in-house laboratory procedures and record results.
• Assist physicians and extenders with general office procedures such as laceration repairs.
• Inject prescribed medications and/or administer oral medications to patients as directed and monitor patients for responses to medications.
• Instruct patients regarding various illnesses to include providing informational pamphlets, explaining treatment plans and answering inquiries.
• Ensure that lab reports are in patient charts and that results are reviewed by physicians.
• Obtain signed medical releases from patients when indicated.
• Adhere to established company policies, procedures and safety regulations which include the wearing of personal protective equipment. Report any malfunction in equipment to supervisor.
• Schedule referral appointments with patients and physicians as requested.
• Help coordinate home health nursing, pre-certifications, re-certifications and pre-authorizations as needed.
• Operate medical equipment to include: blood pressure cuff, tympanometer, thermometer, hemaque, spirometer, titmus, audio scope, emergency kit (ambu bag, airways, oxygen), needles, syringe, sigmoidoscope, suction machine, microscope, nebulizers, x-ray developer, EKG, pulmonary function equipment and holter monitor.
• Maintain neat and clear work areas and restock supplies as needed.
• Wash and sterilize instruments, equipment and exam rooms in accordance with training procedures.
• Make sure restricted or abusable materials to include drugs, needles, syringes, prescription pads and patient medical records are secured and accessible only to authorized medical office personnel.
• Follow clinic policies relative to sample prescriptions; dispensing only upon signed authorization of a provider.
• Dispose of infectious waste in accordance with training procedures.
• Attend required staff meetings and participate in committees as requested.
• Maintain exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. Ensure cleanliness.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Show respect, courtesy and advocacy in all dealings with all people, including, but not limited to patients, coworkers, and visitors.
• Displays a positive attitude, and team-oriented spirit, indicated by a willingness to assist where and whenever needed.
• Write legibly and with correct grammar and sentence structure.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality and maintains security of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Does not exhibit, divulge, copy or remove the contents of any record or report except to fulfill work assignments.
• Upholds and exemplifies through daily actions, activities and behaviors Eagle's Vision, Mission and Values: Integrity, Compassion, Trust, Professionalism, Respect.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent attention to detail, good oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to multi-task
• Must properly control the release of proprietary and confidential information.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Medical Office: 2 years (Preferred)
• Medical Assisting/ LPN: 1 year (Preferred)
• EMR: 2 years (Preferred)