Lead Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

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The Medical Assistant is the first point of contact for patient care. Responsible for administrative duties in addition to patient care. The Medical Assistant assumes ownership and leads advanced and highly specialized administrative, operational, and customer support duties that require independent initiative and judgment. The Medical Assistant performs clinical duties, including but not limited to : discussing symptoms, obtaining vital signs, medication / vaccine administration, phlebotomy, collecting specimens, performing diagnostic screening tests, sterilizing / cleaning equipment, maintaining examination rooms, and documenting information into the electronic medical records system. Collaborates closely with Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers. Delivers direct patient care dependent on what active certification allows. Decisions are regarding the daily priorities for an administrative work group and / or external vendors including coordinating work activities and monitoring progress towards schedules / goals, and often oversees work of others and / or is the primary administrative owner of a main process, program, product, or technology. Works within broad guidelines with little oversight. The Medical Assistant possesses advanced skills and knowledge, contributes to process improvement, delivers in-depth education / training, and provides advanced guidance / mentoring to other Medical Assistants.

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and / or individual performance.

About CenterWell Senior Primary Care : CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient's well-being.

About CenterWell, a Humana company : CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation's largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE : HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.