What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Donna Civardi APRN, FNP-BC Primary Care?
Our office is looking for a medical assistant. This is a 30-40 hour position, which requires an energetic, organized individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Job Purpose:
Helps patients by providing clinical and business office assistance in the office.
Primary Functions:
- Obtains pertinent clinical information including the patient’s complaint, health history, and measurement of vital signs
- Documenting all patient-related communication and interventions in the patient’s electronic health record (EHR)
- Supports patient care delivery by helping health care providers during examinations; authorizing drug refills as directed; telephoning prescriptions to pharmacies
- Performs eye exams, EKG, Spirometry, ear irrigations.
- Performs CLIA-waived lab tests, phlebotomy
- Completes records by recording patient examination, treatment, and test results
- Always maintains HIPPA
- Completes referrals
- Check Out and provide appropriate information to patients
- Answering phones and scheduling appointments
- Complete prior authorization for tests
- Processes incoming medical records to appropriate staff
- Phlebotomy
- Scan documents into EHR
Attributes:
- Dependable and ability to multitask
- Community oriented and overall team player
- Strong and effective with verbal and written communications that is clear, professional, and positive
- Proficient time management skills
Education/Qualifications:
- High School graduate or GED equivalent is required.
- 1 year of experience in a Medical Assisting role is preferred.
- An active Paramedic may also be considered
- Knowledge of medical terminology and standards of care
- Knowledge of computerized information services (EHR) used in clinical management setting preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong commitment to customer service and excellence in healthcare
- Flexibility of scheduled hours
Benefits: Paid holidays, vacation time, sick time
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Free parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $22