Medical Assistant (MA)
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Medical AssistantDuties:Review Daily schedule and prepare exam roomsReview weekly patient schedule and prepare charts for telemedicine/video visitsRoom patients for providers – including:· Review paperwork provided by patient· Review of allergy/medications· Review of vital signs· Complete notes in patient chart· Clean and disinfect roomAssist with in office procedures· Explain in office procedures and obtain consents· Be present in room with attending provider to help and give pt post procedure instructions· document procedure in chart nurse note· Clean and disinfect roomPerform rectal swabs for Pathogens.· Procedure is explained to pt, collect specimen, prepare requisition order, complete notes and take to drop boxAnswer triages / phones· Complete triages that pertain to normal pathology results/call or mail result letter· Answering telephone calls when busy and triage to appropriate provider· Triage doctors regarding medication refills/prescription questions from pt or pharmacy.Complete Medication, Hep C, Biologics prior AuthorizationsInventory and track medication samplesSchedule and prepare patients for small bowel capsule studiesScheduling paracentesisScheduling blood transfusionsNote: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.*\*\*\* Background Check Requirement \*\*\**As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Typically, the state investigative process includes a state and federal background check. In addition, a drug screen will be required. TB testing will also be required for all patient-facing roles.*EEO Statement*At US Digestive Health, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. US Digestive Health is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.US Digestive Health is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.*Disclaimer*This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.*This organization participates in E-Verify.*This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Disability insurance* Employee assistance program* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Referral program* Retirement plan* Vision insuranceMedical Specialty:* GastroenterologySchedule:* 8 hour shift* Day shift* Monday to Friday* No weekendsAbility to Relocate:* Altoona, PA 16602: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person