What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant/Receptionist position at Kishan Kella MD?
Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Medical Assistant/Receptionist, where you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth clinic operations. This energetic position combines clinical duties with front-office responsibilities, offering a rewarding opportunity to support diverse medical specialties such as dermatology, internal medicine, urgent care, and hospital medicine. You will be the friendly face and efficient organizer that keeps our practice running seamlessly, providing vital administrative support while assisting with patient care activities. This paid position is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their medical career in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.
Responsibilities
- Greet patients warmly, verify their information, and facilitate smooth patient intake processes
- Obtain and record vital signs, medical histories, and current medications accurately using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
- Assist healthcare providers with clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, medication administration, and basic life support procedures
- Manage appointment scheduling, patient check-in/out, and maintain organized medical records in compliance with privacy regulations
- Support medical documentation by coding diagnoses (ICD coding), updating patient charts, and ensuring accurate recordkeeping
- Prepare exam rooms, sterilize equipment, and assist during procedures in dermatology, hospital medicine, or urgent care settings
- Handle administrative duties including answering phones, managing patient inquiries, and coordinating referrals or follow-up appointments
Experience
- Prior experience working in a medical office environment or healthcare setting is highly preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, anatomy, pharmacology, and ICD coding standards
- Hands-on experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR/EHR systems) or Electronic Medical Records (EMR) platforms
- Familiarity with hospital or inpatient experience, including OR or geriatrics settings is advantageous
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR is required to ensure readiness for emergency situations
- Demonstrated ability to deliver excellent patient service while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment
This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills across multiple facets of healthcare delivery while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. We are committed to supporting your professional growth through comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities. Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to compassionate care and operational excellence!
Pay: From $13.75 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14