Medical Assistant

Description:

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant is responsible for obtaining patient records and test results, preparing treatment rooms for examinations and assists our practitioners during medical procedures.  

Essential Functions:

• Room patients and updating patient information into EMR system
• Transcribe for providers during exams
• Assist with biopsies and select surgical procedures
• Educate patients on treatment plans
• Assist with cosmetic procedures
• Complete prior authorizations for prescriptions, biologics, and procedures 
• Stock rooms with necessary supplies
• Report biopsy, culture and/or lab results to patients via phone if directed by provider
• Sanitize all work areas throughout the day and after each patient
• Send patient visit notes to referring provider/PCP
• Answer incoming calls when not in a room with a provider 
• Assist office staff with front end tasks if needed
• Other duties as assigned  

Requirements:

Education, Skills, and Experience:

• High School Diploma required 
• Must have certification from a Medical Assistant Program 
• 1-3 years of relevant medical / surgical practice experience 
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
• Excellent organizational skills
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Customer service attitude
• Experience with practice management software (ie EMA) and Microsoft Office Word and Excel

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times.