Experienced Medical Assistant - Medical & Chiropractic Office

Job Description Unruh Spine Centers, a busy, multidisciplinary healthcare practice offering Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Acupuncture, and Medical Services, is seeking an experienced, dependable, and motivated Medical Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with blood draws, injections, vital signs, and assisting medical providers with patient care. This individual will work closely with our Nurse Practitioner while also assisting with administrative responsibilities, including insurance verification, scheduling, and patient follow-ups. This is a cross-trained position. In addition to supporting our medical department, the selected candidate will be trained in our chiropractic department and expected to assist with chiropractic patient care, therapies, and general office operations as needed. We are looking for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes initiative, and understands the importance of teamwork across departments. Work Schedule & Training Requirements Our regular office hours are: Monday & Wednesday: 8:45 AM – 12:30 PM and 2:45 PM – 6:00 PM Friday: 8:15 AM – 12:00 PM and 2:45 PM – 5:30 PM Training Availability: Candidates must have additional availability on Tuesdays and Thursdays for training , generally beginning at 9:00 AM. Training typically takes place during our quieter office days, allowing new employees to learn procedures, practice skills, and become comfortable with our systems before assisting during busier shifts. Training will include chiropractic therapies, assisting providers, patient documentation, front-office procedures, and other responsibilities throughout the practice. Please note: Our office is busiest on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, so we are unable to provide initial chiropractic training on those days. Applicants must be able to accommodate our training schedule. The position is part-time, and the final work schedule will be discussed during the hiring process. Medical Responsibilities Perform blood draws (phlebotomy) and properly handle specimens. Administer injections within the scope of applicable California law and under appropriate provider authorization and supervision. Obtain and document patient vital signs, medical histories, and other necessary information. Assist the Nurse Practitioner with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures. Prepare examination rooms, supplies, and equipment for patient visits. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in our Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system. Monitor medical supplies and assist with inventory management. Follow established infection control, patient safety, and HIPAA guidelines. Administrative & Patient Coordination Responsibilities Verify patient insurance eligibility, benefits, and coverage. Assist with insurance authorizations when necessary. Schedule and coordinate medical appointments and follow-up visits. Contact patients regarding treatment recommendations, appointments, and follow-up care. Assist with patient check-in and checkout. Answer patient questions and communicate information to providers as appropriate. Maintain organized patient records and ensure documentation is completed accurately. Chiropractic Responsibilities & Cross-Training All Medical Assistants will be expected to cross-train in our chiropractic department to provide additional support when needed. Training will include: Assisting chiropractors with patient flow and preparation for treatment. Learning to set up and assist with chiropractic therapies and modalities, such as electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound, traction, spinal decompression, and other treatments within the employee's permitted scope. Assisting providers with patient documentation in the EMR system. Helping patients transition between treatment areas. Learning front-office procedures, including patient check-in, checkout, and scheduling. Assisting with range-of-motion assessments and othe…

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