Medical Assistant/ Procedure Tech/ Urology

Job Opportunity: Full time Medical Assistant at Urology Associates of Central Missouri

About Us:
Urology Associates of Central Missouri is recognized as the most comprehensive private urology practice in central Missouri. Our mission is to provide the highest level of care by utilizing the latest clinically proven techniques to diagnose and treat a wide variety of urological disorders in both men and women. We are currently seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team, playing a crucial role in managing daily patient flow.

Position: Medical Assistant
Location: 105 Keene Street, Columbia, MO
Schedule: Full Time M-F 8:00am-4:30pm

We are looking for a friendly and hard-working Medical Assistant to join our team. Candidates should have an outgoing and friendly demeanor, a positive work ethic, and have a track record of working well with others in a team environment. Dedicated to their team and patients and shows this by being present for scheduled shift. We prefer applicants who have some customer service experience, but we are willing to train the right person. You must exemplify the values of our company and provide patients with the highest levels of care.

Why work for us? We offer challenging positions in a fast-paced environment. If you enjoy people and want the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of many, check us out!

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes -

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Short Term Disability Coverage
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness program that rewards you for practicing a healthy lifestyle!

This position is located at 105 Keene Street, Columbia, MO!

Urology Associates of Central Missouri is affiliated with Missouri Cancer Associates and the US Oncology Network!

Under direct supervision, the Medical Assistant supports physicians and clinicians with patient care duties in a clinical environment, promoting efficient patient flow and care. Key responsibilities include:

• Escorting patients to and from exam rooms, physician offices, and treatment rooms
• Recording patient data prior to each physician visit, including vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes
• Obtaining necessary patient records as required by physicians
• Preparing and stocking exam/treatment rooms and managing supplies
• Supply management, organization, and ordering.
• Assisting physicians with exams and procedures
• Maintaining exam/treatment room disinfection protocols
• Responding to patient calls and alerting nurses or physicians of abnormal vitals or important patient information
• Collecting inbound meaningful use data, such as flu documentation and initial height and weight
• Printing medication lists for patient review

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent. Certificate of graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants preferred.
• Minimum three years experience as a medical assistant or nursing assistant.
• Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification required.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
• Experience with sterile technique during minimally invasive procedures.
• Positive attitude under pressure.
• Comfortable in a fast paced environment
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essentialfunctions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires
  standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Required to lift and assist patients as requested.
  WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential
  functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment may occur.