Medical Assistant

MEDICAL ASSISTANT - PART-TIME

Potential for Future Full-Time

RiverBranch Healthcare | Republic, Missouri

RiverBranch Healthcare is seeking a dependable, motivated, professional, and patient-focused Medical Assistant (MA) to join our growing independent healthcare practice.

This position will begin part-time with the potential to transition to increased hours or full-time employment as the practice grows. We are looking for someone who enjoys patient care and is also comfortable helping with the clinical, administrative, and operational responsibilities of a small private practice.

Position Responsibilities

· Room patients and obtain/document vital signs, medications, allergies, histories, and other appropriate patient information.

· Prepare, clean, organize, and stock examination rooms and clinical areas.

· Assist the provider with examinations, procedures, injections, testing, specimen collection, and other clinical duties within training and permitted scope.

· Answer patient phone calls, portal messages, and routine patient communications; communicate provider instructions and coordinate follow-up.

· Process prescription refill requests according to established protocols and provider direction.

· Complete and follow up on medication, imaging, and procedure prior authorizations.

· Coordinate laboratory testing/results, imaging, referrals, medical records, and outside services.

· Assist with scheduling, check-in/check-out, forms, scanning, faxing, and general front-office responsibilities.

· Assist with collections, including copays, self-pay charges, membership payments, and outstanding patient balances according to practice policy.

· Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record.

· Monitor clinical and office supplies and assist with ordering and inventory.

· Assist with marketing, promotions, community events, health fairs, networking, and practice-growth activities when needed.

· Support the provider and team with daily clinic operations and other reasonable duties consistent with the Medical Assistant role.

What We're Looking For

· Dependable, punctual, accountable, friendly, compassionate, and professional.

· Organized and detail-oriented with strong follow-through.

· Comfortable multitasking, prioritizing responsibilities, and taking initiative.

· Able to work independently while recognizing when provider involvement is necessary.

· Strong communication skills by telephone, electronically, and in person.

· Comfortable with computers and willing to learn electronic medical record systems.

· Positive, flexible, team-oriented, and comfortable working in a growing small-practice environment.

· Committed to HIPAA, patient confidentiality, professionalism, and working within appropriate scope of practice.

Qualifications

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· Medical Assistant training, certification, or applicable healthcare experience preferred.

· Certified or Registered Medical Assistant credential preferred but not required based on experience and qualifications.

· Previous primary care, family medicine, or outpatient experience is a plus.

· Experience with phlebotomy, injections, EMRs, prescription refills, prior authorizations, insurance, referrals, scheduling, or collections is highly valued.

· BLS/CPR certification preferred.

Position Details

Position: Medical Assistant

Employment Status: Part-Time

Future Opportunity: Potential for increased hours or Full-Time

Location: RiverBranch Healthcare - Republic, Missouri

Schedule: To be determined based on clinic needs

Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications

Join RiverBranch Healthcare

This position is ideal for someone who wants to be more than just a traditional Medical Assistant. We are looking for a team member who wants to become an important part of the day-to-day operations of a growing private practice while helping us provide a positive, personalized patient experience.

To Apply: Submit your resume and any applicable Medical Assistant certifications or credentials for consideration to [email protected]

RiverBranch Healthcare

281 US Hwy 60, Republic, MO | www.RiverBranchHealthcare.com

[email protected]

417-501-9042

Work Location: In person