Medical Assistant - Pulmonary

FlexCare Medical Assistant

Explore opportunities with FlexCare, part of the Optum family of businesses. At FlexCare, we are on a mission to provide exceptional IV therapy to patients with neurological, rheumatologic, gastroenterological and immunological disorders. Be part of a cutting-edge clinical environment where your expertise is valued, and your career growth is supported. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Medical Assistant position is responsible for coordinating and assisting the provider to ensure safe quality / cost-effective service and care for the people within the practice population. This position will also be responsible for providing technical clinical services and clerical support for the delivery of quality patient care as directed by licensed staff, a physician, or a mid-level practitioner.

Primary responsibilities include :

• Collects patient assessment data to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint / symptoms, and current medications for assessment by licensed staff
• Prepares the patient for provider evaluation by obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures
• Maintains work area, exam treatment, and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies as needed
• Assists with lab procedures by collecting urine specimens, collecting, and preparing blood samples for reference lab; labeling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician
• Documents patient information in the medical record to include updated treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns, etc.
• Assists and processes all scripts, referrals, and authorizations as needed
• Manages flow of patient care, while ensuring phones are being answered, and appointments are as efficient as possible
• Schedules patients for injections and infusions
• Orders supplies and medications. Check both into and out of inventory
• Performs diagnostic testing procedures

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required qualifications include :

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $27.69 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.