Medical Assistant
Company: Apree Health
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
Medical Assistant - $3,500 Sign-On BonusAbout VeraVera Whole
Health is leading the critical shift to value-based care across the
United States. Vera is the only care model with the capability to
deliver whole system health to a diverse patient population from a
single care center. The Vera model is uniquely designed to help
people achieve optimum social, psychological, and physical
well-being an outcome thats neither probable nor affordable within
the current sick-care system. The Vera model is anchored by three
core elements: high engagement, managed care, and organizational
culture change, which combine to drive down utilization of costly
services like ER, inpatient/outpatient visits, and transform the
overall health of the organization. Join the health
revolution.About TeamAs a care team member, you are able to do what
you love more fully and effectively, accompanying patients on each
step of their health journey. With health coaches embedded in your
team, youll also be able to provide valuable guidance through each
stage of behavior change so that patients become empowered in their
health journeys.About RoleAs a Medical Assistant at Vera Whole
Health, you provide support in delivering excellent patient
service, clinical care, and front office duties. A team player, you
help to ensure that the care center runs efficiently by managing
the flow of patient services, monitoring resources, and working
collaboratively with providers. You are adaptable, able to navigate
change and work through ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.Vera
allows me the time to really connect with my patients and when
trust is established, they are more willing to share information
that will truly make a difference in their health.. Siobhan
Holcombe, Medical Assistant and Site Lead, Vera Whole
HealthEssential FunctionsYou will:Uphold the mission, vision, and
values of Vera Whole HealthTake vital signs, record in EMR, perform
systems review and point of care testing, and assist providers with
diagnostic testsAdminister immunizations, injections, or oral
medications as directed by provider or standing orderPerform point
of care testing and assist providers with diagnostic tests,
treatment and therapeutic measures, and observe and record patient
reactionsPerform phlebotomy, prepare designated lab work and/or
specimens as directed by provider or standing orderManage patient
care flow, set up exam/procedure room appropriately based on
patient visit needsHandle multiple phone lines and email
correspondence, exhibiting excellent verbal and written
communication skills, and working at the front desk as
neededPerform inventory of care center supplies and dispensary,
order and stock care center supplyWhere necessary, act as the
external-facing representative for the care center (scheduling
appointments over the phone, patient registration, etc.)Engage in
routine patient education, self-management teaching under the
direction of the providerCoordinate care with disease management or
case management programsTrack future patient care needs such as
preventive exams, completion of outside diagnostic testing, and
referralsCoordinate referrals, care gap closures, release of
records, and overall care through patient and specialist
outreachEducation & ExperienceYou have:High school diploma or
GEDState Licensed Medical Assistant Certification, AAMA
preferredGraduated from an accredited medical assistant
programMinimum 2 years of experience, primary care
preferredExperience setting up exam rooms applying basic
understanding of cleaning, sterilization, and autoclaving
proceduresExperience working in EMR systems, NextGen
preferredExperience in coding and documentation, including Medicare
Advantage and HCCBenefitsTransforming healthcare isnt easy. It
takes hard work and dedication. Thats why we offer a highly
competitive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few
of the benefits you'll receive.Competitive base payPremium medical,
dental, vision coverage with health savings account (HSA) pre-tax
savings optionAccess to Vera care center services, VeraDirect
telehealth, health coachingMatching 401(k) retirement
programGenerous PTO and paid holidaysContinuous learning and
development, including medical education coverageWellness culture,
team building and company eventsCompensation: $20-$29/hr (national
average, premium markets may vary)by Jobble
Keywords: Apree Health, Lakewood , Medical Assistant, Healthcare , Tacoma, Washington
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