Full-time Medical Assistant (El Paso)

What You'll Be Doing

• Escorting patient to exam room; obtaining vitals, past/present medical history, and current medication list
• Effectively communicating allergy testing and treatment protocols to patients
• Administering subcutaneous, intradermal and intramuscular injections
• Conducting thorough and accurate spirometry testing to assess and evaluate lung function in patients
• Performing all testing and treatment in accordance with Aspire Allergy’s protocols and safety measures
• Navigating EHR system to record accurate patient health information
• Serving patients & visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing them appropriately
• Answering all incoming phone calls and providing accurate information
• Tracking clinical inventory and resupply when needed
• Ensuring all of end of day reports and logs are accurate and complete
• Following all HIPAA rules and regulations including confidentiality of patient information
• Adhering to Aspire Allergy’s protocols and safety measures
• Adhering to OSHA requirements including universal precautions and sharps disposal guidelines
• Adhering to HIPAA guidelines regarding protected health information.
• Must be willing to cross-train in front office responsibilities to support full-cycle clinic operations. Front office duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Scheduling patient appointments.
  • Collecting patient payments.
  • Supporting treatment coordination, including enrolling patients in their treatment of choice.
  • Obtain CT authorizations.

Requirements

• Must have basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Must possess exceptional customer service skills
• Must be able to effectively and clearly communicate with others to exchange information effectively
• Must be able to administer subcutaneous, intradermal and intramuscular injections
• Must be able to manually take patient vital signs
• Must possess the ability to maintain effective working relationship with patients, medical staff and the public
• Must possess the ability to react calmly and effectively in a difficult or emergent situation
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, balance with full range of body motion including handling and lifting up to (20) lbs
• Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer/keyboard at (50) wpm, calculator, telephone, copier and fax
• Requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle to travel between clinics

• Must have a valid driver's license

• Completed Medical Assistant Program or Degree
• 1+ Years of Medical Assistant Experience
• 1+ Years of Medical Receptionist Experience
• Medical Assistant Certificate, vocational nurse license or related experience
• Current CPR Certification

What Benefits do we offer Aspire Employees?

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays
• Free Allergy Testing and Discounted Treatments
• 401(k) + Generous Employer Match
• Employee rewards program!
• + More! 

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