Huntsville Hospital Health System·Limestone County, Alabama
The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care, including escorting patients to rooms and performing physician-required treatments. They are also responsible for documenting clinical observations and correctly coding procedures.
Overview The Medical Assistant (MA) delivers direct patient care in the clinical setting beginning with escorting the patient to the examination room, performing any treatments and procedures required by the physician, and ending with the discharging of the patient. He/she recognizes, reports, and documents clinical observations. He/she is responisble for coding the procedures correctly.
Education required: High School Diploma or GED License, Certification and/or registration: Current CPR Certification. Current Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) Preferred Additional Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment. Ability to perform effectively in emergency and stressful situations. Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions Ability to communicate clearly Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, physicians, supervisors, and the public. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information Knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures. Upholds effective work habits including, but not limited to, regular attendance, teamwork, initiative, dependability, and promptness. About Us Our Mission: Be the Difference Our Vision: Excellence Always Our Values: Safety, Compassion, Innovation & Excellence
We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and a current CPR certification. A Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) is preferred.
Market context
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