Medical Assistant

Overview

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Short-term & Long-term disability insurance

• Prepare and organize exam rooms
• Setup Charts in EMR - Electronic Medical Record
• Inspect exam rooms for cleanliness and equipment condition
• Respond to patient calls
• Maintain sample medication closet
• Stock and maintain rooms with adequate supplies
• Check patients' medical records for pertinent data
• Review and maintain current patient information/demographic data
• Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms
• Prepares for visits by physician and/or extender by obtaining initial information and vital signs
• Assists with exams, tests, and special procedures as directed.
• Schedule appointments and tests
• Pre-certify patients for insurance coverage
• Set up referral contacts
• Review all requisitions (e.g., labs and x-rays) for completeness
• Fill in at other office locations as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program
• Ability to operate various office and medical equipment
• Fundamental understanding of personal computers and familiarity with the Windows operating system
• Minimum of one year of medical assistant experience in a physician office or hospital required.
• Well organized and detail oriented, while applying sound judgment and decision making
• Advanced technical skills in MS Excel and medical office software
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Excellent customer service skills
• Team player attitude and willingness to make active contributions to the team
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal