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Certified Medical Assistant/Medical Scheduler/Receptionist
Maryland Medical Group, Inc is a multi-specialty medical practice, our number one priority is the patient. Our philosophy is to provide the highest quality care to our patients and their families. We are looking for a Certified Medical Assistant/Medical Scheduler/Receptionist with excellent organizational and administrative skills. The candidate will be working with our medical office team in all front and back office operations and functions.
Certified Medical Assistant /Medical Scheduler/Receptionist Job Responsibilities and Qualifications/Skills include:
- Welcomes patients by greeting them, in person or on the phone
- Professional presentation and communication skills is a must
- Vitals, EKG, PFT, PPDs, drawing blood (if needed), administer injections, ear lavage
- Prior authorizations
- Medical records management
- Knowledge of EMR system (Greenway Prime Suite is a plus)
- Prepare patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examining room; providing examination gowns and drapes; helping them to position themselves for the examination and/or treatment; arranging examining room instruments, supplies, and equipment.
- Verifying patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and updating medications list and recording medical history in EMR system; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit.
- Supporting patient care delivery by helping health care providers during examinations; preparing laboratory specimens; performing basic laboratory tests; disposing of contaminated supplies; sterilizing medical instruments; authorizing drug refills as directed; telephoning prescriptions to pharmacies; preparing patients for x-rays; removing sutures (if needed); changing dressings.
- Educating patients by providing medication and diet information and instructions; answering questions.
- Completes records by recording patient examination, treatment, and test results.
- Keeping medical supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipts.
- Scanning patient information into EMR, including insurance cards, picture ids and medical records
- Collect co-pays and outstanding balances on patient accounts
- Obtain patient authorization for medical records release (HIPAA compliance)
- Process referrals and provide complete and accurate referral information to our patients.
- Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
- Answering incoming calls and respond to inquiries appointments, services and general information
- Schedule patient appointments and manage the daily schedule for medical providers
- Verify patient insurance coverage
- Collaborate with other departments to facilitate smooth operations and provide excellent patient care
- Perform other administrative tasks as assigned
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- Work Authorization: United States (Required)
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- 1-2 years of Certified Medical Assistant skills/Certification
- knowledge of medical terminology, procedures and diagnosis
- knowledge of computers and medical software applications
- knowledge of general medical office administrative and clerical procedures
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Infectious Disease
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Podiatry
- Primary Care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Required)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Required)
- EKG, EFT and PFT
- Administer injections
License/Certification:
- Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Required)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $24