MEDICAL ASSISTANT I

Company: Stride Healthcare Management LLC
Location: Plano
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionStrideCare is a multi-specialty physician group focused on delivering comprehensive lower extremity care. Our expert doctors specialize in the treatment of foot and ankle problems, lower extremity care, wound care, vascular and vein care. As the largest podiatry network in Texas, our physicians and surgeons offer multi-disciplinary treatment for common and complex conditions including diabetes, peripheral arterial disease, neuropathy, diabetic foot ulcers, venous insufficiency, and wounds.StrideCare is headquartered in Dallas, Texas with practices across the state.The qualified candidate will be expected to perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures and deliver exceptional and compassionate care.Essential Functions

• Makes outbound call to patients to schedule appointments for screenings via documented referral process.
• Achieving set targets for referrals.
• Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary.
• Secures patient information and maintains patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding medical records.
• Coordinates administrative activities, including patient scheduling, check-in, check-out, and patient medical records.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventative maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
• Enhances practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.Qualifications and Education Requirements
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
  • One year Medical Assistant in practice setting experience preferred
  • Bilingual a plus but not required
  • Excellent customer service skills including experience in making outbound calls
  • Knowledge of state and federal regulations for this position; including HIPAA and OSHA guidelines Location: Premier Foot & Ankle, ShermanJob Type: Full-timeMonday - Friday 8am - 5pmBenefits Available for FT employees: Medical, Dental, Vison, Life Ins, 401(k)

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