Clinic Medical Assistant

<h2><strong>Welcome to GSC!</strong></h2> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About Us</strong></span></h2> <p>At Geriatric Specialty Care of Reno, we're expanding our model for caring for seniors that provides high-quality, comprehensive in-home healthcare services to seniors all across Northern Nevada. From private residences and long-term care to assisted living facilities, our team of nurses, physicians, advanced practice providers, and care providers visit patients where they’re most comfortable—creating a seamless, convenient, and personalized process for seniors and their caretakers.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>The Opportunity:</strong> As a Medical Assistant at Geriatric Specialty Care (our Reno clinic), you will support our primary care providers in delivering quality care to patients at our clinic and occasionally to patients in senior living communities. Your role will involve both clinical (back office) and administrative (front office) tasks, ensuring smooth clinic operations and a positive care experience for patients and coworkers. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and a compassionate approach when working with patients and their caregivers.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Front Office/Administrative:</strong></p> <ul class="[li_]:mb-0 [li_]:mt-1 [li_]:gap-1 [:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage patient check-in, verify demographic and insurance information, and ensure all necessary forms are completed accurately</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Coordinate patient appointments, manage the provider's schedule, and arrange follow-up visits considering urgency and scheduling constraints</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Handle inbound communications from patients, caregivers, and other healthcare providers/associates, ensuring effective communication and appropriate routing</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using the Electronic Health Record (EHR), ensuring all clinical documentation is completed in a timely and precise manner</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Clinical/Back Office:</strong></p> <ul class="[li_]:mb-0 [li_]:mt-1 [li_]:gap-1 [:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Prepare patients for appointments, including setting up sterile work areas, gathering accurate medical histories, and coordinating with caregivers</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Perform and document biometric measurements such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and weight</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Perform phlebotomy and/or specimen collection; ensure proper handling, labeling, preparation, and transportation of samples</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Perform point-of-care testing and maintain point-of-care supplies; maintain CLIA-compliant in-house lab and related logs</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Carry out general medical procedures including injections, EKGs, dressing changes, and suture removal under physician supervision, in accordance with training and legal requirements</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Provide patient education within scope of practice, offering information and support</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Assist in care coordination by collaborating with other healthcare professionals, such as sp ... (truncated, view full listing at source)