Medical Assistant
Join our expanding practice
We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to become a part of our team! You will perform routine administrative and clinical assignments to keep the medical facility running smoothly.
Responsibilities:
Handle all administrative duties in a timely manner
Perform routine clinical tasks to support medical staff
Processing specimens
Escort patients to exam rooms
Collecting H&P information
Obtaining consents and assisting in minor procedures and surgeries
Maintaining inventory
Disinfecting and autoclaving instruments
Taking xrays (will train)
Preparing labs and giving results
Cleaning rooms and etc
Greeting patients in a polite, prompt, professional, and helpful manner
Collecting patient co-pay/balances
Answer phones in a pleasant manner and deal with patient's needs promptly
Schedule appointments
Update patient demographic and clinical information in our practice management system
Scan insurance cards, ID's and other medical records into our EMR system
Verify patient insurance benefits and keep track of insurance authorizations/referrals
Qualifications:
Previous experience in healthcare administration or other related fields
Familiarity with medical billing procedures
Strong organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
The right candidate will have great communication skills and be energetic, friendly, a fast learner and great with patients. Prefer 2 years of medical assistant experience. MUST BE DEPENDABLE. AthenaHealth experience a plus.