Medical Assistant/Front Desk Receptionist (Part Time)

Encino & Marina Del Rey

DISC Surgery Center is the pinnacle of excellence in spine care, orthopedics, interventional pain management, and sports medicine. With cutting-edge facilities strategically located in Newport Beach, Marina Del Rey, Encino and Walnut Creek- to name a few. DISC has become the premier provider of innovative and minimally invasive surgical solutions not only in California, but beyond. Our commitment to pioneering medical advancements is embodied by our state-of-the-art outpatient surgery centers and full-service clinics, setting a groundbreaking benchmark for high-acuity procedures in an outpatient setting.

Why work here?

· Competitive pay

· Excellent benefits

· Family- like environment

· Boutique, state-of-the-art outpatient facility

· Team of nationally recognized surgeons

· Room for growth

· No weekends or holidays

Job Description:

· Making sure that patients receive appropriate scheduling information, if applicable

· Making sure patients receive information in a timely fashion

· Verifying insurance information

· Submitting referrals and running eligibility checks

· Managing calendar of physicians

· Rooming patients

· Recording vitals for patients

· Preparing and administering injections

• Overseeing the scheduling of x-rays and other tests as needed, as well as obtaining X-rays or test results prior to the appointment

· Following up on tests, pathology reports, and correspondence as needed for physician

· Following up on medical care ordered during appointments

· Receiving, answering, screening, and directing telephone calls in a courteous and timely manner, and ensuring the delivery/forwarding of messages to appropriate parties.

· Maintaining a clean and organized general work area.

• Assist medical providers with minor diagnostic procedures and treatments as directed.

· Performing other related duties as assigned or required.

• Preparing Prior authorization for appointments/tests and Procedures including but not limited to in-office and ambulatory surgery center

· Responding to requests for information from patients, patients’ families, and other external or internal sources in an appropriate and timely manner.

· Assisting patients with billing problems by identifying personnel to help patients solve financial problems

· Communicating with the Clinic MA to ensure that clinic billing sheets are completed by the physician team and sent over to the Practice Administrator for month end closure and processing

· Ensuring the maintenance and safekeeping of all patient files and charts/ EMR records.

· Obtaining and submitting documentation for reimbursable expenses.

· Establishing and maintaining a system for filing and retrieving correspondence and documentation for the Practice Administrator including a database of clinical information.

· Creating spreadsheets and establishing data bases to produce recurring reports or special reports as needed

· Responsible for recording and reporting monthly clinic numbers by physician

· Coordinating with ambulatory surgery center staff and patients to schedule appointments and tests, as well as sending and receiving all documentation in a timely manner

· Maintaining inventory of clinical stock and supplies and orders as needed on a monthly basis.

· Collecting, sorting, and distributing mail daily and delivers to physician offices.

· Verifying all critical tasks are completed per clinic protocols.

· Supporting, motivating, and sustaining a team-oriented culture.

Education Required:

· High School Diploma or GED

· MA Diploma or equivalent

Experience Required:

· At least 2 years of surgery center/outpatient clinic experience or experience working with a doctor

· Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to anticipate the needs of the medical team and respond quickly and efficiently

Experience Desired:

· Familiarity with electronic medical records systems, such as Epic and DrChrono, is a plus

· Experience in Spine, Ortho, or Pain Management

License and Certification Required:

· BLS certificate

Position Reports to:

• Practice Manager, Facility Manager and Administrator

Salary:

· $18.00-$26.00 per hour, DOE.

Job Type:

· Part time with the potential to go fulltime as the practice grows

Standard Shift:

· Approximately 16 hours divided between Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays in our Marina Del Rey AND Encino surgery centers AND remote

Note: There is a potential to add more hours as the practice grows

Medical Specialties:

· PM&R, Sports Medicine and Pain Management

Physical setting:

· Outpatient clinic and Ambulatory surgery center

Ability to Relocate:

· Must live within Encino, CA and Marina Del Rey, CA

Work Location:

· Encino CA 91436 and Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 and remote

DISC Surgery Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Job Types: Part-time, Per diem

Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Surgery

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work setting:

• Ambulatory surgery center
• Clinic
• Outpatient

Ability to Relocate:

• Marina del Rey, CA 90292: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Marina del Rey, CA 90292