What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant/Receptionist position at Lone Star Gastroenterology of Abilene PLLC?
- We are seeking a friendly and organized Medical Assistant/ Receptionist to join our practice.
- In this role, you will work at the front desk of our medical office and assist our patients and other visitors. Your primary job duties will include greeting and checking in patients, answering questions, verifying benefits with the insurance companies, collecting patient co-pays, processing paperwork, and scheduling appointments. You will also help keep the patient checking area clean and organized, as well as ensure our office provides a welcoming environment for our patients.
- Interview patients and document basic medical history
- Organize and schedule appointments
- Update and file medical records and insurance reports
- Accompany physician into the patient examination room to transcribe a history and physical exam, and document accurately the physician’s encounter with the patient and others present in Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Arrange hospital admissions and laboratory services
- Check with patients and type up patients charts
- Assist during medical examinations
- Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms
- Handle receivable and payable accounts and keep financial records
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18