Medical Assistant

Pay Rate: $20 per hour - $22 per hour

Summary:

• Shift Hours: 8am - 5pm, 9:00A - 6:00P, 11:00A - 8:00P

Responsibilities:

• Perform clinical, technical, service, and administrative tasks.
• Ensure delivery of patient care aligns with the company's philosophy.
• Conduct EKGs, lab testing, PFTs, and audiometry as ordered by physicians.
• Admit patients to exam rooms, take vital signs, and document medical histories.
• Perform quality controls and adhere to CLIA regulations.
• Complete and forward patient referrals appropriately.
• Document treatments, telephone contacts, lab logs, and daily checks.
• Maintain examination rooms and medical areas in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Stock examination rooms and manage supplies.
• Greet patients and visitors promptly and courteously.
• Register and transact patients accurately using the current computer system.
• Update patient information, including medical insurance coverage.
• Schedule patient appointments and manage medical reports/lab results.
• Process HMO referrals and communicate patient emergencies to physicians.
• Answer telephones, take messages, and ensure follow-up on all calls.
• Maintain file units and balance ledger sheets, accounting for all monies received.
• Demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and respect in all interactions.
• Provide discharge instructions to patients as per physician instructions.
• Notify patients of test results following physician review.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• BLS certification.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant from an approved school or two years of experience working as a medical assistant.

Preferred Skills:

• Adaptability to a growing and changing environment.
• Excellent phone manners and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and knowledge of computer data entry.
• Ability to handle diversified responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.