Medical Assistant Supervisor

Job title:

Medical Assistant Supervisor

Company

Georgia Department of Public Health

Job description

DescriptionPay Grade: HWho we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team- Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

As a Medical Assistance Supervisor within the HOPE Center at the Georgia Department of Public Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting the lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.Job ResponsibilitiesSupervises, guides, and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. Performs administrative and supervisory duties. Performs clinical duties under the direct supervision of the physician on duty. Handles duties including scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, recording vital signs, entering medical histories, verifying medications with patients, and preparing patients for exams.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Serves as the direct supervisor for other medical assistants.Provides support for medical assistants, as needed, with daily operationsPerforms back office medical assistant duties including preparing patients for medical exams, maintaining exam rooms, preparing and administering medication as prescribed by the physicianCollects lab specimens as ordered by the physician for those labs that contracted phlebotomists do not collectProvides patient education for procedures, medications, vaccines, and other medical treatmentProvides training for subordinate staff on proper procedures for day-to-day operationServes as the liaison to the contracted lab service by addressing patient flow issues and reviews billing trailers for the labServes as a liaison to drug manufacturing representatives, coordinating in-service meetings and trainingFacilitates coordination between pharmacies and providers to ensure patients’ access to medication refillsCompletes and submits monthly clinical reports, as assignedMonitors stock and orders medical supplies for the clinicMonitors the schedule for appropriateness of visit typesOther duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsVocational/Technical degree in medical assisting from an accredited college AND three years of related experience OR High school diploma or GED AND four years related experience.Preferred Qualifications:Previous supervisory experience and experience in infectious disease treatment is preferred.Additional InformationGeorgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular physical activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of physical breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their physical goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in physical activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.Employment InformationCurrent State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.DPH is an Equal Opportunity EmployerDue to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.Standard Benefits for FULL Time Salaried Employees
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, training opportunities, health insurance, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
No benefits are offered for part time employees.

Expected salary

$46245.72 per year

Location

Atlanta, GA

Job date

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 06:22:30 GMT

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