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The Medical Assistant is the first point of contact for patient care. Responsible for administrative duties in addition to patient care. The Medical Assistant performs varied activities and moderately complex administrative / operational / customer support assignments. Performs computations. Typically works on semi-routine assignments. Responsible for decisions focusing on interpretation of area/department policy and methods for completing assignments. CenterWell Medical Assistants work within defined parameters to identify work expectations and quality standards, but has some latitude over prioritization/timing, while working under minimal direction. Medical Assistants follow standard policies/practices that allow for some opportunity for interpretation/deviation and/or independent discretion.
Medical Assistant Role Overview:
Prepare patients for examinations, including taking vitals
Recording & updating patient medical histories in electronic medical records software
Performing routine tests and/or screenings such as mammograms, colorectal screening, and EKGs
Preparing and administering medications, including intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections-including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider
Counseling patients on medication and special diets
Wound care and changing dressings
Sterilizing and cleaning equipment and ensuring maintenance of examination rooms
Collaborates closely with physicians and nurses to ensure top level patient care
Highly accurate in collecting phlebotomy samples from senior-aged patients
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program and/or relevant medical office experience as defined by applicable certification program*
Bilingual English/Spanish- Must be able to speak, read, and write in both languages without limitations or assistance
CPR certification
Advanced Phlebotomy experience
Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Word including the ability to create, edit, modify, and save documents. Check spelling, grammar, readability, and other intermediate functions.
Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Excel including creating spreadsheets, creating tables, sorting data, basic computations, inserting, deleting, and hiding data cells.
Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Outlook including configuring email settings, creating, scheduling, and delegating tasks, scheduling meetings, and sharing calendars.
This role is considered patient facing and is part of Humana's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB.
Candidates must be able to work onsite at the Houston clinics.
Preferred Qualifications
1+ years of experience working in a cardiologist office.
1 + years EKG Experience.
2 + years of previous experience as a Certified / Registered Medical Assistance
First Aid certification
Willingness to learn and be cross trained in other roles based on business need
Previous experience with medical "front office" responsibilities
Experience with HEDIS
Experience with Electronic Medical Records
Previous experience in a geriatric setting
Rad Tech License (AART)
Please note: This is a FLOAT position and will require you to work between offices as business needs require. Mileage will be reimbursed for travel between clinics.
Medical Assistant Certification:
Please note if you are currently certified, some CMA and RMA programs may still require completion of Humana approved certification program within one year from hire date.
?Humana / CenterWell currently recognizes Medical Assistant Certification or Registration from the following: Allied American Health (AAH), American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA), American Association of Medical Assistant (AAMA), National Healthcareer Association, National Association for Health Professionals, American Medical Technologist, National Association of Healthcare Technicians (NAHP), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), and/or Medical Career Assessments (MedCA).
If you are not currently certified through one of these recognized organizations, you will have one year, from the date of employment, to receive certification from one of these organizations
Medical Assistant Working hours:
Scheduled 40 hours per week
Monday to Friday 8AM-5PM
Local travel may be required; Mileage is reimbursed
Use your skills to make an impact
Additional Information
This role is considered patient facing and is part of Humana's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB.
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Interview Format - HireVue
As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.
Benefits
Humana offers a variety of benefits to promote the best health and well-being of our employees and their families. We design competitive and flexible packages to give our employees a sense of financial security-both today and in the future, including:
Health benefits effective day 1
Paid time off, holidays, volunteer time and jury duty pay
Recognition pay
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Tuition assistance
Scholarships for eligible dependents
Parental and caregiver leave
Employee charity matching program
Network Resource Groups (NRGs)
Career development opportunities
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Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$44,000 - $57,500 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About Us
About CenterWell Senior Primary Care: CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient's well-being.
About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell creates experiences that put patients at the center. As the nation's largest provider of senior-focused primary care, one of the largest providers of home health services, and fourth largest pharmacy benefit manager, CenterWell is focused on whole-person health by addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. As part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM), CenterWell offers stability, industry-leading benefits, and opportunities to grow yourself and your career. We proudly employ more than 30,000 clinicians who are committed to putting health first - for our teammates, patients, communities and company. By providing flexible scheduling options, clinical certifications, leadership development programs and career coaching, we allow employees to invest in their personal and professional well-being, all from day one.
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