Medical Assistant/Receptionist

PLEASE BE AWARE THIS POISTION WILL REQUIRE YOU TO TRAVEL TO OUR RIVERHEAD & RONKONKOMA OFFICES.

Part Time Medical Assistant/Receptionist position available in our busy Dermatology practice located in Riverhead & Ronkonkoma. Experience in the medical field preferred, but not required.

Must be available to work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 7:00am until 12:00pm.

Medical Assistant Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist the physicians in exam rooms
• Give instructions to the patients as instructed by the physicians
• Maintain inventory and ordering medical supplies as needed.
• Proficient in EMR system
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies per OSHA guidelines
• Triage and process messages from patients and front office staff to physicians.
• Maintain biopsy & melanoma logs
• All other duties assigned by the clinical coordinator or practice administrator

Skills:

• Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software

Medical Receptionist Responsibilities and Duties

• Welcomes and greets patients and visitors to the facility in a friendly manner; determines the purpose of the visit; has the patient complete the appropriate paperwork
• Provides information to those who call the facility; transfers calls as needed; works with the Practice Administrator to ensure proper desk coverage at all times.*
• Schedules and cancels appointment as appropriate, ensures follow-up visits are scheduled as appropriate.*
• Collects co-payments and post all funds in the EMR/Billing system.*
• Records patient information into the EMR/Billing system.*
• Prepares flow sheets for the following day’s appointments; review for accuracy and file them as they are completed each day.*
• Filing, faxing and scanning medical records.*
• Scan identification and insurance information into the EMR/Billing system.*
• Verifies cash balance at the end of every shift.*
• When scheduling appointments, carefully screens for patients address, new patient visit, or updated registration information, informs patient of co-pay amount.*
• Verifies the method of payment for service (Medicare, private insurance, private payer) and collects payment or data as appropriate.*
• Practices confidentiality and privacy protocols in accordance with Company policies and HIPAA requirements.*
• Maintains facility waiting area, office files and front desk area in a manner that is neat and organized.*
• Receives and conveys messages in writing, electronically and verbally.*
• Other duties as assigned.*

Requirements

• Experience required
• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Required)
• Medical terminology: 1 year (Required)
• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $22