Medical Assistant

About Sound   Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Nashville, TN, Sound Physicians is a nationally respected, physician-led medical group practicing in 400+ hospitals across 45 states. Our team of 4,000+ clinicians and 1,000+ business professionals across the country is united by one mission: to build exceptional clinical partnerships that unlock quality, affordable, dignified care for everyone – no matter who they are or where they live. With physician-led clinical teams and more than two decades of operational expertise, we’ve refined what it takes to consistently deliver exceptional care in hospital medicine, emergency medicine, critical care, anesthesia, and telemedicine.   Why join us? A remote-first culture that values flexibility and collaboration Opportunities to grow your career while making a real impact A team that champions inclusivity, innovation, and excellence Whether working virtually or onsite at one of our practices, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organization shaping the future of healthcare.   Sound Physicians offers a competitive benefits package inclusive of the items below, and more: Medical insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance Health care and dependent care flexible spending account 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match Paid time off (PTO) begins accruing immediately upon start date at a rate of 15 days per year, in accordance with Sound's PTO policy Ten company-paid holidays per year   We also offer a $1,000 retention bonus paid in two installments, $500 after the first 6 months, $500 at 1 year.   About the Team We are looking for an enthusiastic Medical Assistant to help us reach our Sound Critical Care goals. In 2020, Sound’s critical care team cared for over 115,000 ICU patients across the nation, a number that continues to grow year after year. We welcome your valuable skills and experience adding to our strengths while creating new partnerships.   This Medical Assistant will work on a team supporting 6 Providers, along with 3 other Medical Assistants, in a fast-paced Pulmonary Clinic.  They will report up to a Program Manager.   Each day, our team fosters their unique talents, demonstrating a passion for innovation and renewed commitment to those we render services to.  By empowering each other we provide an enhanced environment delivering efficient and exceptional care throughout our organization.   About the Role Would you like to unlock your career potential in a fast-paced environment with a leading medical group dedicated to improving quality and reducing the cost of healthcare for our patients?  The Medical Assistant, Critical Care provides local support to improve the efficiency  of operations for the Pulmonary and Critical Care programs, by providing administrative and clinical services by perfecting processes. This position will work Monday through Friday, 7:30AM-4:30PM.    Essential Duties and Responsibilities Patient care: including vital signs, medication updates, spirometry, phlebotomy, injections, O2 recertifications, and other testing as necessary Greeting patients and updating patient medical records Scheduling appointments Assisting in facilitating positive relationships among physicians, office staff and patients Completing insurance forms and other correspondence Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services Completing patient medical histories Assisting with scheduling tests and treatment Preparing, cleaning and maintaining exam and treatment rooms Preparing patients for examination, and assisting the physician during exams Instructing patients on medications and special dietary instructions Providing verbal or faxed prescriptions Administering medications as directed by physician Making prior authorization calls Managing prescription and pharmacy calls Other duties as assigned     Values “Can-do” Attitude: Proactively seeks assignments, solutions and takes action where and as needed Coachable: Demonstrates a willingness to...