Behavioral Health Medical Assistant/Patient Service Rep at HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc.

Fall River, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Mar, 26

Salary

23.43

Posted On

03 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Patient Care, Communication Skills, Time Management, Confidentiality, Multi-tasking, Detail-oriented, Organizational Skills, Team Collaboration, Sound Judgment, Stress Management, Cultural Competence, Electronic Medical Records, Bilingual Skills, CPR Certification, Medical Assistant Program Completion

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced medical team within a growing federally qualified community health center. HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. “The Heart of Our Community” provides comprehensive services including adult/pediatric medical care, health education, health assessment and screenings, gynecology, cardiology, behavioral health, substance use treatment, and adult/pediatric dental care. We are currently seeking a motivated, Full-Time (40 Hours Per Week) Behavioral Health Medical Assistant/Patient Service Rep that enjoys working with culturally diverse children and families in providing comprehensive patient care. Behavioral Health Medical Assistant/Patient Service Rep Summary: This position is responsible for patient assessment, treatment, and general care for the patients’ visit; vital signs processing; assist primary care provider in all aspects of patient care including examinations, and procedures; registering existing and new patients according to policies and procedures that facilitate patient flow, patient information, co-payment collection, insurance verification; provide reception, patient registration and Medical Records services that support the operation of the health center; answer incoming phone calls. Schedule: Mon - Fri: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Pay Range: $20.70 - $23.43 per hour Required Qualifications: Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program required. High School Diploma or equivalent. Health Information, Medical Office or Medical Secretary certificate preferred. Maintain current certification in CPR at the healthcare provider level of the American Heart Association. Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR), specifically EPIC, preferred. Bilingual skills (English, Spanish/Portuguese) preferred. Must submit a CORI release form and demonstrate proof of being free from disqualifying information. Competencies: High level of customer service and a positive approach to work with patients. Projects positive attitude about the department and the health center, and offers services to ensure positive experience. Ability to maintain an organized work area and work collaboratively as a member of a team. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and time management skills to effectively communicate with patients. Ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner. Works well under pressure to manage stressful situations. Uses sound judgment and confidence. Ability to multi- task. Detail-oriented and accurate. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. Benefits include: 3.2 weeks of paid time off, 3 personal days, and 11.5 paid holidays; reimbursable licensing fees and continuing education credits; employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and referral program; employer contributed health, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability and retirement contributions; voluntary flexible spending accounts and disability/critical illness coverage. Learn more about us by checking out our website and company video. HealthFirst Family Care Center, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) HealthFirst strives to eliminate discrimination and to hire applicants of diverse backgrounds, cultures and thoughts. HealthFirst does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for patient assessment, treatment, and general care during patient visits. Duties include processing vital signs, assisting primary care providers, registering patients, and providing reception and medical records services.