Medical Assistant

Job Description

Medical Assistant Duties:

FRONT OFFICE

Complete the entire cycle of patient registration, including but not limited to collecting insurance and identification documents, verifying patient eligibility, communicating fees, and collecting payments.

Assist providers during examinations, minor procedures, blood draws, IVs, etc.

BACK OFFICE

Obtains patient medical history and reason for visit; documents accurately to maintain a complete and legally correct medical record and confirm the purpose of the visit

Administer injections and medication as directed by the provider(s).

Room or escort patients to their exam room to prepare the patient for the visit

Perform the preliminary physical test, take blood pressure, weight, and temperature, and

report patient history.

Handle patient and lab charges for the billing department

Assist the provider with patient education

Perform other duties as assigned

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems (preferably DrChrono EHR) and ICD10 coding procedures

Knowledge of medical terminology, medications, and injection procedures

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with practitioners, staff, and management

Empathy and willingness to treat all patients with the utmost kindness and consideration

Understand HIPAA requirements; maintain and protect patient information

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of an Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Being bilingual in Spanish is a plus

National Provider BLS - American Heart Association upon hire

12 months of Healthcare experience

12 months of Medical Assistant experience

Competitive Pay and Paid time off