Medical Assistant

Job Description:

About the Role

The Medical Assistant provides direct services to members and performs various office and clinical duties to keep our healthcare practice running efficiently.

Responsibilities 

• Answers phone calls and greet patients as they enter the facility

• Assists the nurse and office manager in maintaining the medical inventory and placing orders for new materials as needed.

• Assists healthcare providers with clinical procedures, examinations, diagnotsitc testing, specialized clinical procedures as authorized

• Administers medications and vaccines under the direction of a licensed healthcare provider.

• Outreaches / engages members to schedule provider visits for annual visits, discharge follow up, chronic disease management, and addresses HEDIS gaps

• Coordinates patient care activities, including scheduling appointments, obtaining referrals, and managing patient follow-up.

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records, including entering information into electronic health record (EHR) systems.

• Manages the inventory of medical supplies and medications, reordering as needed.

• Completes pre- and post- visit chart prep for provider visits; ensures all quality and patient outcome metrics are elevated for providers to address.

Requirements for the Role 

• Graduation Certification from either an accredited Medical Assistant Program OR Phlebotomy/EKG certifications or LPN certification required

• HS Diploma (Bachelor’s Degree Preferred)    

• 1+ years of experience working in a clinical operations setting

• MA Certification Preferred, but not required

We take into account an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience in determining final salary. This role is eligible for health insurance, life insurance, retirement benefits, participation in the company’s equity program, paid time off, including vacation and sick leave. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location. The expected salary range for this position is: 

$43,697.00 - $53,407.00 Annually

Cityblock values diversity as a core tenet of the work we do and the populations we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer, indiscriminate of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Covid 19 Update - Please Read:

Cityblock requires those hired into this position to provide proof that they have received the COVID-19 vaccine.  Any individuals subject to this requirement may submit for consideration a request to be exempted from the requirement (based on a valid religious or medical reason) on forms to be provided by Cityblock.  Such requests will be subject to review and approval by the Company, and exemptions will be granted only if the Company can provide a reasonable accommodation in relation to the requested exemption.  Note that approvals for reasonable accommodations are reviewed and approved on a case-by-case basis and availability of a reasonable accommodation is not guaranteed. This vaccination requirement is based, in part, on recently established government requirements.  The requirement is also based on the safety and effectiveness of the vaccine in protecting against COVID-19, and our shared responsibility for the health and safety of members, colleagues, and community.

The COVID-19 pandemic has severely impacted the health and lives of people around the world, including the vulnerable populations Cityblock serves. As a healthcare provider, Cityblock holds ourselves to the highest standards when promoting the health and safety of those who we serve. Given that the COVID-19 vaccines are one of the most powerful tools to fight this disease and save lives, Cityblock is implementing a COVID-19 booster mandate for Washington, D.C. employees under the guidance of local/state mandates.

Medical Clearance (for Member-Facing Roles):

You must complete Cityblock’s medical clearance requirements, which include, but may not be limited to, evidence of immunity to MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and a TB screen, or have an approved medical or religious accommodation that precludes you from being vaccinated against these diseases.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from outside recruiters/placement agencies. Cityblock will not pay fees associated with resumes presented through unsolicited means.