Medical Assistant
BASS MEDICAL GROUP
- Location
- Onsite (Chico, CA)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 4 weeks ago
About the Role
BASS Medical Group is a large, physician-owned organization dedicated to providing high-quality, cost-effective, and integrated healthcare services across California. This Medical Assistant role supports primary care operations by managing clinical procedures and administrative tasks to ensure efficient patient care and workflow.
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Electronic health records
Phlebotomy
Injections
EKG
Spirometry
Vision screening
Sterilization
Patient education
Appointment scheduling
Insurance verification
Medical billing
Medical coding
Transition care management
Patient intake
Office administration
Full job details
Description
Clinical Duties:
- Assist healthcare providers in the examination and treatment of patients.
- Prepare patients for examinations by taking vital signs, documenting medical history, and updating patient information in electronic health records (EHR).
- Perform basic medical procedures such as administering injections, taking blood samples, and collecting specimens for laboratory testing.
- Perform routine tests and procedures, such as EKGs, spirometry, and vision screenings.
- Assist with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization and handling of instruments.
- Educate patients on medication administration, diet, and other healthcare instructions.
- Maintain and stock examination rooms with necessary supplies and equipment.
Administrative Duties:
- Greet patients and ensure a friendly and professional atmosphere in the waiting area.
- Schedule appointments, update patient information, and verify insurance coverage.
- Answer phone calls, respond to inquiries, and direct messages to appropriate staff members.
- Direct point person for Transition Care Management (TCM); following Medicare guidelines call patient with-in two business days to schedule follow up from Hospital.
- Maintain quality measures in Aladade
- Manage medical records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Assist in billing and coding processes, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- Coordinate referrals to specialists, diagnostic facilities, and other healthcare providers.
- Assist in maintaining office cleanliness and organization.
Team Collaboration:
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, nurses, and other medical assistants to ensure smooth workflow and patient satisfaction.
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Communicate effectively with patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring their understanding of instructions.
Note: This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the Medical Assistant role in a primary care office. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the needs of the healthcare facility.