Medical Assistant – PRN

Concentra • Per Diem • Carson City, NV, US • 24m ago

Overview

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? At Concentra, you will be a vital member of our patient care team and play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to our patients. Our mission is to improve the health of America's workforce, one patient at a time. Join us at Concentra and see how your clinical competency and compassion can make a meaningful difference in the lives of the patients you serve.

The Medical Support Specialist (MSS) is responsible for performing routine medical and testing procedures under direct supervision of the treating clinician as well as supports in other areas of the facility as needed including registration and referral management. This role requires efficient and accurate delivery of one-on-one patient care while thriving in a fast-paced environment. The MSS ensures that every patient is treated the with quality clinical care and receives an excellent patient experience from welcoming, respectful, and skillful colleagues.

Responsibilities

Perform Department of Transportation (DOT) and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing
Prepare patients for physical examinations, including taking vital signs and any required or requested ancillary testing including but not limited to vaccines and injections, phlebotomy, PFTs, audiogram testing and respirator fit testing
Perform rapid screening tests (influenza, strep, mono, glucose, etc.)
Assist providers during examination and treatment
Responsible for performing routine medical procedures as ordered by treating clinician as well as triaging emergent patients as needed
Prepare and assist clinician with procedure set up and injury care
Apply bandages, dressings and splints as ordered by the treating clinician
Dispense medications and DME as ordered by the treating clinician in accordance with state regulations
Complete quality assurance activities on equipment and medical devices as well as testing processes used in the center
Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment, and stock exam rooms
Maintain and operate all medical devices and equipment, including calibration and record keeping in accordance with current policy and procedures
Notify supervisor immediately if equipment is not functioning properly, supplies are needed, or facility is not operating as expected
In partnership with center leadership, assist with patient flow and volume
Keep patients informed of expected wait times during all aspects of the center visit
Responsible for clerical tasks in both the front and back office associated with patient care and proper record keeping
Ensure accuracy in documentation
Perform front office duties: greet patients, obtain authorization, check in/out, communicate wait times, answer multi-line telephone system, and distribute employer results/paperwork as needed
Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules
Attend center staff meetings or huddles as required
Assist in maintaining a neat, clean, and orderly appearance throughout the facility
Complete any applicable training including but not limited to clinical competency training that occurs monthly

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

Qualifications

Education Level: Vocational/Technical/Business School
- Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program with completion of an externship highly preferred, OR at least one year of direct patient care experience as a medical assistant, OR military medical specialist experience (must meet credentials in the state of employment in accordance with state requirements and applicable regulations)
Job-Related Experience
- Customarily has at least six months or more of medical assistant experience
- Knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology
- Working knowledge of occupational medicine requirements (state specific) preferred
Job-Related Skills/Competencies
- Concentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and Flexibility
- Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
- Outstanding customer service skills as well as the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalism
- The ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies
- Able to communicate both verbally and in writing in a clear, and professional manner
- Teamwork focus with peers and center leadership team; ability to maintain working relationship with all levels of colleagues
- Must participate in initial and ongoing training as required
- Obtain all certifications required of Medical Support Specialists including but not limited to Drug Screen Collection, Breath Alcohol Certification, Hair and Oral Fluids Collection
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office such as Word, Excel, Outlook and entry of data into various systems/applications

Additional Data

This job requires access to confidential and sensitive information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Concentra is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

Related Jobs

Medical Assistant

DOCS Health • Part-time • Carson City, NV, US • 8m ago

CMA

Description Attention all Medical Assistants we are calling on you to partner with us to provide services to our Military Service members. We will primarily work weekends, with some occasional weekdays in the State o...

8m ago

VIEW JOB

Registered Nurse

DaVita • Part-time • Carson City, Nevada 89706, United States • 2w ago

3246 N Carson StSuite 110, Carson City, Nevada, 89706, United States of America DaVita is seeking a Nurse who is looking to give life in an outpatient dialysis center. You can make an exceptional difference in the live...

2w ago

VIEW JOB

Registered Nurse

DaVita • Full-time • Carson City, Nevada 89706, United States • 1m ago

1m ago

VIEW JOB

Registered Nurse

DaVita • Full-time • Carson City, Nevada 89706, United States • 5m ago

RN Med-Surg

5m ago

VIEW JOB

Nurse Practitioner Urgent Care - Temporary

Tahoe Forest Health System • Full-time • Incline Village, Nevada, United States • 1m ago

NP Urgent Care

This position will be expected to provide coverage for all of our Urgent Care locations: Truckee, Tahoe City, and Incline Village Bargaining Unit: Outpatient Clinics - EAP Rate of Pay: $73.22/hour + DOE S...

1m ago

VIEW JOB

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Mountain View Health and Rehabilitation Center • Full-time • Carson City, NV, US • 1w ago

CNA

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Thursday, Friday and Saturday 12-hour shifts (6a-6p) Turn your job into a career with EmpRes! Job Summary Mountain View Health and Rehabilitation Center is looking for ...

1w ago

VIEW JOB

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Gardnerville Health and Rehabilitation Center • Full-time • Gardnerville, NV, US • 3w ago

LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Now Hiring for 12 hour NOC Shifts! Turn your job into a career with EmpRes! Job Summary: Gardnerville Health and Rehabilitation Center is currentl...

3w ago

VIEW JOB

Registered Nurse (RN)

Gardnerville Health and Rehabilitation Center • Full-time • Gardnerville, NV, US • 3w ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available Shifts FT NOC Shift (6p-6a) PT Evening Shift (6p-12p) Turn your job into a career with EmpRes! Job Summary Gardnerville Health and Rehab...

3w ago

VIEW JOB

Assistant Director of Nursing

Mountain View Health and Rehabilitation Center • Full-time • Carson City, NV, US • 3w ago

RN Director of Nursing

Assistant Director of Nursing Turn your job into a career with EmpRes! Job Summary: Mountain View Health and Rehabilitation Center seeks an Assistant Director of Nursing to join our amazing team. T...

3w ago

VIEW JOB

Nursing Supervisor - Float Pool, Inpatient Wound Care, Dialysis

Carson Tahoe Health • Full-time • Carson City, NV, US • $90,000 - $115,000 / year • 3w ago

RN Wound Care Manager/Supervisor

Job Summary: Responsible for assisting in the leadership, coordination and supervision of the Float Pool, Inpatient Wound Care, and Dialysis. Primary duties include functional responsibility of the daily operat...

3w ago

VIEW JOB