Medical Assistant

Company: Commonwealth Pain & Spine
Location: Evansville
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

Commonwealth Pain & Spine (CP&S) is one of the fastest growing, progressive, comprehensive pain management groups in Kentucky and Southern Indiana. We are looking for a full time Medical Assistant to join our growing team. As a Medical Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting both patients and healthcare providers in delivering compassionate and effective care. ResponsibilitiesCollect & update patient medical historyMaintain accurate & confidential patient recordsAssist in assessing patients' pain levels & documenting relevant informationPerforms Triage (Blood Pressure, Heart Rate, Temperature, Weight, and Height) at each visitInstruct patients on post-procedure care and follow-up appointments.Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.Communicate effectively within the healthcare team.Coordinates blood thinner medicines for procedures with cardiologistCoordinates post-op pain medicines with patient's surgeon Enters & scans all pertinent patient information and notes in EMR softwarePrepares Eval Rooms and Procedure Rooms for patient encountersCleans Eval Rooms and Procedures Rooms post patient encountersPerforms patient drug screeningPrepares patients for pain proceduresAssists provider with pain proceduresAll other duties assigned including duties performed for affiliates, assigns, lessees, contractors or other third partiesKnowledge of Medical TerminologyQuickly and accurately type notes into EMR as provider dictatesStrong computer and phone skillsNavigates multiple, simultaneous tasks effectively and efficiently while maintaining a professional, courteous mannerAdvanced knowledge of healthcare regulatory and compliance policies (e.g.; HIPAA)Ability to help lift patients from procedure table to wheelchair and from wheelchair to carRegular and reliable attendance, requiredEMR, KASPER, INSPECT knowledge and experience, preferredIf required to travel for company related purposes:Active, valid driver 's licenseState minimum coverage vehicle insuranceMust be able to pass driving history/motor vehicle check upon hire and maintain an acceptable record thereafterMaintain status as an approved driver through the HR department, including submitting required documentation before expiration EducationMedical Assistant experience, preferredPain Management experience, preferredPI32427c2a4153-25660-35428829

Keywords: Commonwealth Pain & Spine, Evansville , Medical Assistant, Healthcare , Evansville, Indiana