Job Title: Medical Assistant / MA / CMA / RMA

Company: Atlanta Center for Gastroenterology

North Decatur, GA - zip = 30033

Hours:

• 8:30am - 5:00pm.
• Weekdays only.
• We are closed nights, weekends, etc.
• There is no on-call duties.
• This position does NOT require any travel.

Job Type:

• Ideally seeking Full-Time applicants, but open to considering part-time or PRN.
• Please note that only full-time applicants are eligible to receive benefits.
• Please specify which job type you are open to considering at the time you submit your application.

About Our Practice:

• Seeking a dynamic, dedicated Medical Assistant for Atlanta Center for Gastroenterology. Join this special group of physicians! With more than 40 years' experience, our physicians have created a compassionate and caring culture.
• The practice has 1 office, 2 MDs, and 11 staff.
• This GI practice has its own licensed ambulatory surgery center credentialed by AAAHC. The ASC is located in the adjoining suite connected to the office.

What We Offer:

• Job Security
• Competitive pay -- Note: exact dollar amount dependent upon each candidate's unique skillset, amount of relevant experience, education, etc. Compensation is ultimately negotiated between candidate and business owner at time of final interview.
• Meaningful work within a 1st class medical practice – Both physicians have been nominated to Castle Connolly’s “Top Doctors” award in 2011 -2022.
• Free covered parking.
• Professional training and development.
• Benefits as needed for full-time applicants
• Opportunity for growth.

Who We Seek:

• This position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Medical Assistant.
• The appropriate candidate for this position must demonstrate punctual and dependable attendance.
• The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a multi-physician private group practice. We also seek candidates with stable work history and a proven track-record of being part of strong, effective teams.
• Ideal candidate will be good at multi-tasking, computer savvy, good at communicating verbally, not shy, and well-organized.

JOB SUMMARY / OVERVIEW:

• Responsible for being the direct clinical liaison between the physician and patient.
• Assisting physician with management of office visits, providing patient education and instruction, communication with patients via telephone, documenting in patient charts and in EHR system Eclinicalworks.
• Exercise appropriate clinical judgment relative to any given situation and demonstrate attitudes and behaviors that are professional, empathetic and courteous at all times.
• The appropriate candidate for this position must demonstrate punctual and dependable attendance.

JOB DUTIES:

• Patient Triage
• Scheduling
• Pre-certifications / Prior Authorizations
• Assist physician as necessary with office visits.
• Take patient chief complaint and recent history. Blood Pressure, pulse and weight will be recorded with each visit. A current medication and allergy list is to be updated and maintained in the chart with each office visit.
• Administration of vaccinations / injections e.g., flu vaccine, B12, etc.
• Respond to patient phone calls.
• Manage patient prescriptions as directed by ACG physician.
• Assist with scheduling office visits, procedures, lab tests, x-rays, outpatient testing, hospital admissions and appointments as needed.
• Manage referrals as directed.
• Patient education.
• Turn over exam rooms.
• Maintain patient centered data in a neat and organized manner.
• Management of patient orders.
• Maintain an organized, efficient and professional work environment.

DUTIES MAY ALSO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Day-to-day front office operations.
• Maintain, manage and coordinate Prior Approvals and Authorizations depending on the Utilization Management process of the specific Managed Care Company and Medicaid.
• Team work with co-workers and physicians to obtain optimal patient care.
• General problem solving
• Insurance follow-up / verification
• Documenting interaction with payer
• Administer IM and SC injection under physician guidance
• Patient Teaching to include but not limited to HCV therapy, B12 Injections, Bowel preps
• Answer patient questions per procedure preparation instructions
• Attend in-service presentations and complete all mandatory education requirements.
• Obtain patient vital signs, urinalysis, electrocardiogram, etc.
• Blood draws
• Schedule office visits, procedures, and diagnostic testing

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED:

• Relevant experience or transferrable skills
• Experience in a medical practice environment.
• Established track record of producing high quality work that is highly accurate, demonstrates attention to detail and reflects well on the organization.
• Excellent organizational skill with attention to detail.
• Ability to provide a minimum of 3 references upon request.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task simultaneously, as well as efficiently in a high pace environment.
• A personal willingness, openness, and drive to learn the day-to-day operations of our particular private medical practice, as well as the daily expectations, duties, tasks, and responsibilities associated with that of the Medical Assistant role.
• Ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner using interpersonal skills.
• Priority setting, application of judgment, communication skill and tact, ability to complete necessary tasks in reasonable time frames.

QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED:

• Experience in a medical practice
• Endoscopy experience
• EHR experience with eclinicalworks
• Experience working in any type of surgery center
• Gastroenterology experience
• Desire to work in a medical office environment rather than a hospital
• GI lab experience as well as back-office experience
• Experience associated with any of the following: gastroenterology, GI, endoscopy, Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC), EGD, colonoscopy, internal medicine, and/or related fields of medicine.
• Clinical Experience of any sort, or ability and willingness to learn is strongly preferred, as well.
• 2 years of Medical Assistance experience.
• Certified Medical Assistant, trained medical assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, or equivalent education.
• EMR experience
• Eclinicalworks, ECW exposure
• Use of any EMR and doing e-prescriptions
• Working knowledge of referrals, prescription refill requests, and prior approval protocols per medication administration.
• Requirements of commercial and government insurance plans
• Medical Insurance e.g., HMO, POS and PPO plans
• HIPAA regulations, as well as pertinent legal and regulatory compliance service standards
• Basic computer skills, including proficient use of the Microsoft Office Suite of products
• Conceptual understanding of deductibles and co-pays

GIST OF REQUIREMENTS:

• professional demeanor
• reliable
• communicative
• people-oriented
• organized
• timely (dependable)
• willing to learn
• moderate PC abilities will greatly benefit you
• willing to practice what you preach and demonstrate the characteristics and qualities you share when interviewing in-person
• able to ask questions
• willing to learn task by task until each is mastered
• someone who seeks routine reliable predictable stable daily routine with longterm growth opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing

Medical specialties:

• Gastroenterology
• Internal Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person
• Office
• Outpatient
• Private practice

Application Question(s):

• Have you reviewed our website and exact location, and find the commute doable?
• If an offer were to be extended to you, how soon could you begin working from the time that an offer was made?
• Do you have EMR experience? If yes, what EMR system(s) and how much experience?
• seeking FT, PT, PRN, or temp? Or open to multiple? please specify

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• medical assistant: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person