Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job description

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

Communicate with insurance companies for proper billing procedures

Escort patients to exam rooms

insurance verification

injections

drug screening

vital signs

Answering phone

appointment schedulingQualifications:

Previous experience in healthcare administration or other related fields

Mental health a plus

psychiatry

Familiarity with medical billing procedures

Strong organizational skillsCore Responsibilities

Has a contagious and positive work ethic, inspires others, and models the behaviors of Genuine, Caring, and Friendly.

Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication that is clear, well-organized, and demonstrates an understanding of audience needs.

Through genuine and positive communication, makes each customer feel informed, understood, and special.

An effective team player who contributes valuable ideas and feedback and can be counted on to meet commitments.

Is able to keep up in a challenging environment by facing tasks and challenges with energy and passion.

Pursues activities with focus and drive, defines work in terms of success, and can be counted on to complete goals.

Adherence to standards of business conduct and compliance.Major Responsibilities

Interviews patients, measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, and records information on patients' charts.

Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.

Drapes patients with covering and positions instruments and equipment.

Hands instruments and materials to doctor as directed.

Cleans and sterilizes instruments.

Inventories and orders medical supplies and materials.

Gives injections or treatments, and performs routine laboratory tests.

Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records.

Assist doctors with charting

Chart auditing, CPT and ICD-9 review

Venipunctures, EKG's, Vital Signs, Blood draws, and Injections

Prep patients for examination and treatment, and assist during minor office procedures

Prepare exam and treatment rooms (instrument preparation and sterilization, prescription refills, faxing, and filing)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications

Medical Assistant experience

CPT I certification

Experience performing EKGs, blood draws, vital signs and IM injections.

Ability to work well under pressure and be quick on your feet

Neat and professional appearance

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Vocational certificate in Medical Assistant

Working Conditions Center-Based. Requires working in a clinical setting. The noise level is moderate and there is a potential for exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. The ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, (with some bending and stooping), ability to use manual dexterity in relation to clinical requirements, and ability to lift 50 lbs.Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Parental leaveMedical specialties:

PsychiatrySchedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to FridayWork setting:

Clinic

In-person

Medical office

Office

Outpatient

Private practiceAbility to commute/relocate:

Norwalk, CA 90650: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)Experience:

EMR systems: 1 year (Required)

Vital signs: 1 year (Required)

Insurance verification: 2 years (Required)

Mental health: 1 year (Required)Language:

Spanish (Preferred)License/Certification:

BLS Certification (Required)

Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

EKG (Required)Work Location: In person