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MEDICAL/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT FOR FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE DOCTOR'S OFFICE
(We have included much detail within this ad to help attract and screen for an individual with a particular set of skills, experience, and character traits to fill a unique position that we believe to be an exceptional opportunity.)
Holistic/integrative, functional medicine office (and online wellness resource at www.Intelligenthealthnow.com) dedicated to providing safe, compassionate, wholesome guidance and treatment is seeking an experienced medical assistant/administrative/front desk person for our 1-doctor (2 staff person), very low-volume, high-quality, education-oriented practice.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The position includes both: (1) front desk, phone, patient management, and administrative assistant responsibilities, e.g., may include some writing and editing of email communications and health education documents; updating procedures, etc., and (2) medical assistance, e.g., vitals, blood testing/requisitions/results entry, specialized in-office lab testing (will train).
DAYS AND HOURS:
Expect an average of about 24 hours a week, Monday through Wednesday.
Note: There may be an opportunity for additional hours in the future depending on your job skills and experience, e.g., editing - documents, website, and/or email templates; creating documents, updating manuals, and/or implementing efficient office systems, etc.
MINDSET:
In order to align with our mission and vision, staff members must:
Have a basic understanding of and be aligned with holistic/integrative/natural/functional medicine
Be at a point in their life where their top career priorities include (1) contribution, i.e., feeling like they are playing an important role in making a difference in the lives of others; and (2) a healthy workspace, i.e., working in a collaborative and rewarding environment.
KEY CHARACTER TRAITS:
We are looking for an experienced, holistically-oriented professional who:
Is "sharp," purpose-driven, conscientious, uplifting, caring, responsible, self-motivated, focused, efficient, detail-oriented, productive and has excellent communication skills.
Has a strong work ethic and desire to make a difference in the workplace and in the lives of others
Is interested in expanding your knowledge about natural solutions and functional medicine.
A compassionate heart and a sense of humor will also go a long way in furthering our opportunity to foster healing and health restoration for our patients and in our office environment.
EXPERIENCE
Required Experience:
Medical Assistant (5-10+ years) experience in a Functional Medicine or chiropractic practice, including:
Customer and patient care/service
Front desk experience, including phone, new client intake, scheduling, electronic medical records, managing supplement and office supply inventory, ordering products and shipping.
Clinical/lab work consistent with a MA – vitals, basic examination, lab-related responsibilities, e.g., creating electronic requisitions, downloading/recording lab test results, preparing test kits to send to specialized labs, etc.
Administrative experience
Running an office, lab, or business
Administrative Assistant
Additional beneficial experience (not mandatory):
Paralegal or similar experience
Executive assistant
Organizational management
Marketing/Sales
REQUIRED SKILL SET:
Proficient with PCs, and have excellent Microsoft Word and Excel skills
Efficient typing (minimum 60 wpm), with a solid grasp of grammar and spelling
Good with numbers; highly accurate; detail-oriented; organized; good handwriting
Fast learner when it comes to new procedures, skills, and software programs
High level administrative skills (letter writing/editing; creating/updating procedural manuals; etc.)
Resourceful; anticipates needs of doctor and patients
Excellent listening and communication skills; collaborative; team-oriented
Additional beneficial skills (not mandatory):
Computer-savvy (to maintain/troubleshoot common computer issues)
Strategic planning
Web page editing (WordPress)
Expert phlebotomy skills (for occasional blood draw)
COMPENSATION:
We are offering a top, competitive salary commensurate with job description and experience. As we are a caring, purpose-driven, people-oriented office, staff persons also benefit from the daily fulfillment resulting from working in a high integrity, "healthy" environment; and from playing an integral role in assisting the doctor and caring for patients.
We do not offer health insurance benefits, however, we offer discounted self-guided Intelligent SelfCare™ programs, Dr. Powers’ books, supplements and health products.
AVAILABILITY FOR PROJECTED INTERVIEW AND START DATES:
Applicants who we feel are potential candidates will be contacted between January 17-19 for a phone interview which will be scheduled between January 22-24.
In-office interviews for highly "matched" candidates will subsequently be scheduled the week of January 29.
Pending the outcome of the interviews, we project a tentative start date of February 5-12.
If this opportunity truly feels like a great "match" for you, we want to hear from you! Please reply with your:
(1) Responses to all seven of the following questions:
Performing a job within which you thrive and with whom you resonate makes for a fulfilling and rewarding job experience. Your responses to the following questions will assist us in determining if you would be a good fit for this position.
(When you apply, please copy each question followed by your answer in the message box.)
What most interests you about this position?
Why do you feel you may be a good "match" for this opening?
What are the most important aspects of a job for you, i.e., to ensure you are fulfilled and look forward to coming to work every day?
Why are you considering this job at this point in your career? (e.g., getting back into the "field"; unfulfilled in present employment; etc.)
What do you feel a person should do most days to be their healthiest self?
Do you have any experience working for a doctor who does functional and/or natural medicine?
What is your personal experience with natural medicine?
(2) Reference letter(s) from former/current medical employer(s)
(3) Resumé and any other relevant supportive materials (PDF or Word formats only).
IMPORTANT:
Applicants will not be considered without their submission of all five of the requested items noted above.
Please do not reach out or respond to this ad other than through Craigslist. Anyone attempting to contact us directly at this time (e.g., by phone) will no longer be considered for this job position. If you have any questions or require clarification, be sure to respond directly through Craigslist.
Thank you for your interest and we look forward to finding out if this is your optimal position and environment in which you can contribute, learn, grow and thrive!
