What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Receptionist/Medical Assistant position at Next Step Pediatrics?
Monday to Friday, but must be flexible to work rotating Saturday morning shifts.
Towson & Hereford office is a must.
Description:
The Medical Assistant works as part of a healthcare team under the supervision of the Provider by assisting in planning and implementing care interventions while promoting high quality patient care in a professional, efficient, and safe manner.
EHR experience- Office Practicum is a plus!
- Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Takes and records history and vital signs.
- Maintains exam rooms by stocking necessary supplies and materials as determined by practice protocol and physician preferences. Ensures cleanliness.
- Prepares and administers patient injections, performs blood draws, and processes in-house labs, prepares lab samples to be sent out to Quest or LabCorp.
- Collects, labels and processes specimens.
- Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatment.
- Collaborates with different departments to ensure smooth clinical operations are being met and achieved.
- Maintains/reviews patient EHR prior to well child examination for vaccine compliance. Records tests and examination results.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Responsible for some administrative functions, such as completing health forms, entering specialist consults, and scanning medical record documents.
- Calling and rescheduling patients on their provider’s schedule that missed their appointment.
- Identifying overdue well child examination and scheduling patient for a future check-up while they are in the office.
- Verifying current medications at each office visit.
- Verifying allergies at each office visit.
- Performing preventative testing such as hearing, vision, and ocular screenings. Completing mental health screenings (i.e., PHQ-9) as indicated by practice WCE protocol.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
2-5 years of clinical experience REQUIRED
Travel between Hereford and Towson REQUIRED
Experience working in a fast-paced environment- could see around 25-200 patients per day.
Experience Level:
Intermediate Level
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Pediatrics
Schedule:
- 10-hour shift
- 8-hour shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20