Medical Assistant
CenterWell Senior Primary Care · Atlanta, GA
- On site
- Full-time
- $56,200 / year
- Atlanta, GA
Job highlights
- Direct patient care and administrative duties.
- Perform clinical tasks including vitals and phlebotomy.
- Collaborate with physicians and advanced providers.
- Serve seniors with proactive, preventive care.
- Utilize EMR system for documentation.
About the role
Medical Assistant
Become a part of our caring community. The Medical Assistant 2 is the first point of contact for patient care. Responsible for administrative duties in addition to patient care. The Medical Assistant 2 performs varied activities and moderately complex administrative, operational, and customer support assignments. Typically works on semi-routine assignments.
Key Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant 2 performs clinical duties such as discussing symptoms, obtaining vital signs, medication/vaccine administration, phlebotomy, collecting specimens, performing diagnostic screening tests, sterilizing/cleaning equipment, maintaining examination rooms, and documenting information into the electronic medical records system. Collaborates closely with Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers. Delivers direct patient care dependent on what active certification allows. Decisions typically focus on interpretation of area/department policy and methods for completing assignments. Works within defined parameters to identify work expectations and quality standards, but has latitude over prioritization/timing, and works under minimal direction. Follows standard policies and procedures that allow opportunity for interpretation/deviation and/or independent discretion.
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of MA school/training program or a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant or 5+ years of experience and approval from Provider
- High school diploma or equivalent
- CPR Certified
- This role is considered patient facing and is part of the company's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified or Registered – (Arizona, Indiana, & South Carolina candidates require Medical Assistant Certification or Registration)
- Phlebotomy experience
- Medication/vaccine administration experience
- 1+ years MA experience
- Value Based Care experience including knowledge of HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS Patient Experience.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish - must pass proficiency exam prior to foreign language communication
About Us
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. CenterWell is a leading healthcare services business focused on creating integrated and differentiated experiences that put our patients at the center of everything we do. The result is high-quality healthcare that is accessible, comprehensive and, most of all, personalized. As the largest provider of senior-focused primary care, a leading provider of home healthcare and a leading integrated home delivery, specialty, hospice and retail pharmacy, CenterWell is focused on whole health and addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. CenterWell is part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM). Learn more about what we offer at CenterWell.com.
Key skills/competency
- Medical Assistant
- Patient Care
- Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- Phlebotomy
- Specimen Collection
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Physician Collaboration
- CPR Certified
- Value Based Care
Skills & topics
- Medical Assistant
- Patient Care
- Clinical Duties
- Vital Signs
- Phlebotomy
- EMR
- Healthcare
- Senior Care
- CPR Certified
- Bilingual
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight MA school completion, certifications, and any relevant experience like phlebotomy or bilingual skills.
- Emphasize patient care: Showcase your ability to discuss symptoms, administer medications, and collect specimens.
- Demonstrate EMR proficiency: Mention your experience with electronic medical records systems.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your approach to patient interaction and collaboration with healthcare providers.
- Showcase your commitment: Express your passion for senior care and value-based healthcare models.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the core clinical responsibilities for a Medical Assistant at CenterWell Senior Primary Care?
- As a Medical Assistant at CenterWell Senior Primary Care, you'll be responsible for a range of clinical duties including discussing patient symptoms, obtaining vital signs, administering medications and vaccines, performing phlebotomy, collecting specimens, conducting diagnostic screening tests, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining examination rooms. You'll also document all patient information in the electronic medical records system.
- What certifications or experience are required for the Medical Assistant role at CenterWell Senior Primary Care?
- To be considered for the Medical Assistant role, you need to have successfully completed an MA school/training program, or be a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant. Alternatively, 5+ years of experience with provider approval is accepted. A high school diploma or equivalent and CPR certification are also mandatory. Specific state certifications may be preferred or required for certain locations.
- Does CenterWell Senior Primary Care offer opportunities for bilingual Medical Assistants?
- Yes, CenterWell Senior Primary Care values bilingual proficiency. If you are fluent in both English and Spanish, and can pass a proficiency exam, this is a preferred qualification that can enhance your application.
- What is the patient population served by CenterWell Senior Primary Care?
- CenterWell Senior Primary Care focuses on providing proactive and preventive care specifically to seniors. This includes services like wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, and minor injury treatment, with a model emphasizing personalized patient experiences.
- What kind of benefits can I expect as a Medical Assistant at CenterWell Senior Primary Care?
- Humana, the parent company of CenterWell, offers a comprehensive benefits package. This includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, various paid time off options, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and other wellness-focused programs designed for associates and their families.
- Is there a TB screening requirement for this Medical Assistant position?
- Yes, this role is considered patient-facing and is part of the company's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for the position, you will be required to undergo TB screening.