POSITION SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and assist all patients and their families through the healthcare system by acting as a patient advocate. Duties include but are not limited to: assisting providers during preparation and provision of patient visit, interviewing patient and obtaining reason for visit, room preparation, specimen collection and processing, medication administration, documentation in electronic health record and patient discharge. The Medical Assistant will work with patients to develop self-management goals, provide insurance, referral, and prior authorization support, and may also conduct patient outreach to follow up on hospital admissions and discharges, obtain medical records and assist patients with pharmacy/medication questions.  

 

EXPECTATIONS

Every Adelante Healthcare employee will strive to maximize their performance and contribution to Adelante Healthcare and the community we serve every day.  Employees are expected to work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, patient safety, employee engagement, innovation, and the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and competence.

 

OUR CORE VALUES

Inclusion Nurture Service Purposeful Integrity Resilient Engaged