Medical Assistant @ Eagle Pediatrics

Join Our Team as a Medical Assistant at Eagle!

Are you a compassionate and patient-focused Medical Assistant seeking a rewarding and challenging role? Look no further! Eagle Physicians & Associates is on the hunt for a dynamic and self-driven Medical Assistants to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals. We offer a competitive salary and an exceptionally generous benefits package.

Schedule : Monday - Friday 8am-5pm. NO WEEKENDS!!

Join Us and Thrive!

Become part of our enriched and satisfied workforce. Eagle provides employees with the opportunity to a earn annual bonus.

Additional Benefits :

Paid Maternity / Paternity Leave : After one year of employment and 1,250 hours worked, Eagle provides up to 4 weeks of paid maternity / paternity leave for the birth or adoption of a child, pro-rated based on FTE status.

Influenza Vaccine Requirement : As a condition of employment, an influenza vaccine is required. For any questions, please contact Eagle HR.

Eagle Physicians & Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Responsibilities :

• 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 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Values.
• 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.