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Triage Medical Assistant [Full-Time]
Guideway Care
3h ago
0OtherBirmingham, AL, USjobspy_indeed
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Job Description
**About Guideway Care\***
Guideway Care is **The Patient Activation Company™**. We don't just "engage" patients; we **activate** them. By utilizing our proprietary Motivational Patient Guidance (MPG) model and AI\-powered technology, we resolve the practical and psychological barriers that prevent patients from taking their "next right action."™
**Job Summary:**
We are seeking a detail\-oriented, tech\-savvy, and compassionate **Medical Assistant (MA)** to join our Remote Triage Team. In this virtual care role, you will be the front line of non\-clinical patient support—gathering key information, coordinating communication between patients and providers, and guiding patients toward appropriate next steps in their care journey.
The Remote Triage MA plays a vital role in ensuring timely follow\-up and seamless communication in high\-volume, multi\-specialty settings. Your ability to remain calm, professional, and personable during patient interactions is essential to building trust and delivering excellent service.
**Shifts available:**
* Monday \- Friday: 10:00 AM \- 7:00 PM CST
**Essential Functions:**
* Manage **inbound and outbound patient communications** via phone and secure messaging with professionalism, accuracy, and compassion.
* **Collect patient information** including symptoms, demographics, and medication updates, and document these appropriately in the **Electronic Medical Record (EMR)**.
* Use **pre\-approved clinical triage protocols and scripts** to guide patients through appropriate next steps (e.g., scheduling, provider messaging, or escalation).
* Assist patients with navigating digital tools (e.g., patient portal), appointment follow\-ups, and non\-emergent health concerns.
* Collaborate with LPNs, RNs, and providers by routing messages, submitting refill requests, and supporting documentation needs such as FMLA, ADA, or disability paperwork.
* Maintain accuracy and compliance with HIPAA regulations and internal documentation standards.
* Any other duties nessessary to drive our values, fulfill our mission, and abide by our company values.
**Required Skills/Abilities:**
* Completion of an **accredited Medical Assistant program** and active **Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, NCMA, or equivalent)**.
* **Minimum of 3–5 years' experience** in a healthcare setting such as **primary care, ambulatory care, or community health**.
* Prior **telehealth, remote triage, or virtual care support experience** preferred.
* Strong communication skills with a calm, professional phone demeanor.
* Excellent computer proficiency and experience working with **EMRs (Epic, Cerner, Greenway, etc.)**.
* Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, stay organized, and document interactions accurately and thoroughly.
* Deep commitment to patient privacy, confidentiality, and empathetic service.
**Supervisory Responsibilities:**None
**Travel Requirements****:** 0%
**Work Authorization:**
* Guideway Care
