Medical Assistant (AGHA)

Sante Health System is encouraging all Medical Assistants in the Fresno, CA area to apply to join our team full-time at one of our medical office teams, Advanced Gastroenterology & Hepatology Associates (AGHA) in the Fresno, CA area. In this medical assisting position, you would provide top-notch customer service both in-person and over the phone and assist our physicians with delivering primary health care to our patients.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED equivalent
• Graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants
• Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants
  
  

Candidates should have exceptional people and communication skills, be highly skilled in multi-tasking in a fast paced environment, a commitment to achieving a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, and a no-task-too-small approach to the work.

OUR IDEAL MEDICAL ASSISTANT

• Positive - a can-do attitude that helps you rise to challenges
• Patient-focused - our patients know that you will always listen and put their needs first
• Customer service extraordinaire - patient and driven to solve problems and help others
• Collaborative team player - willing to step in where needed to keep our medical office running smoothly
• Calm, reassuring demeanor - ability to put our patients at ease throughout their appointment
• Detail-oriented professional - nothing gets past you without being double-checked and put in the right place
  
  

Does this sound like you? If so, please continue reading about this medical assisting opportunity!

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• May perform selected nursing and administrative duties, such as referrals and authorizations.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Take patient vital signs.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Give injections, apply splints and dressings.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Assist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries, physicals.
• Screen telephone calls for referral to physician or provider.
• Relay provider communications to patients by phone or mail.
• Provide general information on departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain patient files, records and other information.
• Compile and condense technical and statistical data for reports and records.
• Attend required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Follow all MA competencies.
• In the spirit of teamwork, employees are expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested.
  
  

About Sante Health System

Sante Health System is a Management Services Organization that serves multiple clients. "Sante" is the French word for health. Our name symbolizes our commitment to good health, progressive care, and leadership in our community.

Sante is one of the largest healthcare claims and billing management companies in Central California. The strength of Sante is the extraordinary network of physicians, health plans, and other health service providers it offers the people of our valley. Sante coordinates with physicians, health plans, hospitals, and ancillary providers to ultimately benefit the patient in a managed care environment. Sante Health System provides numerous client services such as billing, claims processing, contracting, credentialing, finance, human resources, information services, marketing/communications, physician services, practice management, provider relations, quality improvement, and utilization management.

With over 25 years of service to the community we deeply understand that we would not be successful in enhancing the quality of life of our patients without our incredible team. This is why we have created a work culture that is comprised of talented, driven, dedicated, innovative, and service-driven professionals. We provide competitive pay, excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401k retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for advancement. Being part of our team is like being part of a big family. Join our team and make Sante Health System your home away from home.

If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to provide excellent care to our patients, we want to meet you! Apply now for this Medical Assistant job!

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Salary: $16.50 - $22.00 per hour