Medical Assistant
Company: Apree Health
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Medical AssistantAbout 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. & bonus
eligible (national average, premium markets may vary)by Jobble
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