What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant III: Hoag Urgent Care position at Hoag Health System?
Job Info
Job Identification: 129546
Job Category: Outpatient Clinics
Job Shift: Day
Pay Range: $25.44-$39.31/hourly
Remote or Onsite: Onsite
Job Schedule: Full Time
Job Description
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant III (MA) is responsible for maintaining a highly professional environment, ensuring a collaborative relationship with patients and physicians. The MA will assist with the non-clinical tasks required to ensure smooth patient access and flow.
This includes but is not limited to the following tasks:
- Scheduling patients which can include follow up office visits, imaging and lab work
- Preparation of appropriate chart elements
- Checking vital signs
- Rooming patients
- Assisting with procedures
The non-clinical responsibilities of this position would also include pre-authorization process and acting as a liaison between the providers and patient. The Medical Assistant will work collaboratively with staff to ensure all proper records are received and all appropriate testing is completed prior to appointment/surgery date. The Medical Assistant will provide updates to the staff and patients on timing and status for all the above tasks that could have an impact on the patient’s health and/or testing and treatment options. Ensures even patient flow and continuous communication within Hoag and referring physician offices.
May be required to start at a different location throughout the workweek or travel to multiple sites.
Salary : $25 - $39