Medical Assistant / Receptionist for Primary & Urgent Care Practice
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
We are looking for a Full-Time Receptionist / Medical Assistant with at least 1 year of medical office experience. The job will primarily be as a Medical Assistant but can cover the Receptionist position when needed. The office hours are Monday - Friday 8-5 & Saturday 8-1 so the schedule will fall within these times.
Candidate must be reliable, personable and computer literate. Must be able to multitask and have strong communication skills. Bilingual English / Spanish is a plus.
Education / Certification Requirements:
Minimum High School Diploma.
Must have a Medical Assistant Certification as well as phlebotomy & EKG certification.
Basic computer skills required.
Knowledge of SequelMed Electronic Medical Records (EMR) a plus (will train).
Benefits:
We offer Medical, Dental, Vision and Retirement. There are paid holidays and paid time off for full-time employees.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accurately documenting patient history and medications
Taking patient vitals and entering them into the EHR
Ensuring that all data for practice goals for quality measures are followed, obtained and documented
Scanning patient related documents into the EHR
Collection of specimens, perform phlebotomy, PT/INR, spirometry & EKGs
Obtaining prior authorizations for procedures and medications
Communicate with the physician and patient regarding messages, labs, etc
Returning messages to patients as per the physician’s instructions
Making sure that medical supplies inventory is sufficient and informing Office Manager of needed supplies
Training new staff in policies and procedures
SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Greeting and assisting patients
Answering phones in a timely manner
Taking accurate and concise messages for the doctors and medical assistants
Patient scheduling based on practice guidelines
Perform the patient check-in process to ensure accurate collection of information and copayments/co-insurance
Generating electronic referrals
Verify insurance coverage
Making sure that the daily copay/coinsurance collections are correctly documented and proved out at the end of the day
Responsible for making sure that the waiting room is keep clean and neat
Other duties as assigned