Medical Assistant
Company: Oak Street Health
Location: Woonsocket
Posted on: June 12, 2021
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Job Description:
Company: Oak Street Health Title: Medical Assistant Compensation: $18/hr Oak Street Health is a rapidly growing, innovative company of
community-based healthcare centers that provides higher quality
health and wellness care that improves outcomes, manages medical
costs, and provides an unmatched experience for adults on Medicare
in medically underserved communities. By providing holistic,
comprehensive and integrated care right in our patient's
communities, we can keep our patients healthy and then reinvest
cost savings in further care for those same communities and others.
Since 2013, Oak Street Health has brought its singular approach to
tens of thousands of people in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan,
Pennsylvania, and Ohio. At 40 locations, and with an ambitious
growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating
team members who embody Oak Street values and are passionate about
the mission to rebuild healthcare as it should be. For more information, visit http://www.oakstreethealth.com Role Description Oak Street Health takes a team-based approach to providing
outstanding patient care. Care teams are responsible for delivering
excellent, high-touch, primary care, and coordinating the care of
our patients throughout the healthcare delivery system. Medical Assistants are an important part of our Care Teams. High
levels of flexibility, energy, attention to detail, and
problem-solving are required to be successful. You will be expected
to build relationships with Oak Street Health members. Medical
Assistants will work closely and collaboratively with their
teammates to greet and room Oak Street Health patients. S/he will
be expected to assist in assessing patient's health conditions,
including performing routine diagnostic testing during
appointments. Responsibilities: Ensures efficient patient flow by rooming patients in a timely
manner and assisting the provider with staying timely on their
schedule Delivers an exceptional patient experience, and helps patients
prepare for their provider visit Obtains vital signs, chief complaints and reviews
medications Delivers patient screenings per protocols Orders supplies and stocks exam rooms Conducts routine quality control checks including infection
control measures, equipment QAs, and checks for expired medication
and supplies Ensure exam rooms are clean, safe, and ready for patient
visits Under direction of an RN, provider and/or protocol, provide
telephonic support to patients Under direction of an RN or Provider, offer MA appropriate
"visits" including administering vaccinations, performing
procedures including but not limited to: ABI, spirometry, EKGs,
etc. Perform waived laboratory testing Schedule diagnostic testing Applies or assists with the application of durable medical
equipment Participate in care team meetings to discuss patient care and
clinic operations The Medical Assistant will report to the Practice Manager. What we're looking for We're looking for motivated, experienced Registered or Certified
Medical Assistants with: 3+ years in a Medical Assistant role CPR Certification required Medical Assistant certification or registration required. Over 5
years of applicable, consecutive Medical Assistant experience may
override this requirement EMR experience and proficiency required 2+ years of experience working with geriatric patients is
preferred Phlebotomy Technician Certification preferred Strong communication skills and customer service orientation Demonstrates problem-solving skills, accountability, and a
flexible, positive attitude Fluency in Spanish, Polish, Russian, or other languages spoken
by people in the communities we serve (where necessary and
indicated in Job title) US work authorization What does being "Oaky" look like? Radiating positive energy Assuming good intentions Creating an unmatched patient experience Driving clinical excellence Taking ownership and driving for results Why Oak Street? Oak Street Health offers our coworkers the opportunity to be at
the forefront of a revolution in healthcare, as well as: Collaborative and energetic culture High levels of responsibility and rapid advancement Brand new, beautiful work environment Oak Street Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace
diversity and encourage all interested readers to apply to
oakstreethealth.com/careers.
Keywords: Oak Street Health, Woonsocket , Medical Assistant, Other , Woonsocket, Rhode Island
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