What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at East Carolina Anesthesia Associates?
Description
Job title : Medical Assistant - Certified
Location : East Carolina Pain Consultants, Greenville, NC
Status : Part-time, Non-exempt - 2 days per week and 1-2 weekends per month
Department : ECPC Pain Clinics
Reports to : Practice Manager
Job Supervisory Responsibilities : None
Salary : $19-$21 / hour
Overview :
ECPC in Greenville, North Carolina has an opening for a part-time Medical Assistant. Our Greenville ECPC clinic is the flagship for ECPC and is a subdivision of East Carolina Anesthesia Associates, North Carolina's largest anesthesia private practice. Providers at our ECPC clinics perform a variety of procedures to treat and manage acute and chronic pain. Our clinics are equipped with fluoroscopy suites to allow for direct on-site treatment of pain position. Our providers use a multi-modal approach to pain management. The incumbent must be available 2 days per week and 1-2 weekends per month.
Job Summary :
The Medical Assistant is a vital role to the pain clinic. The Medical Assistant will utilize both clinical and administrative tasks to help clinicians in the pain clinic. Daily responsibilities include patient registration, assisting the physician before / during / after procedures, in addition to various administrative tasks such as conducting prior authorizations and documenting medical information into the electronic medical records (EMR) system. The Medical Assistant must be attentive to patient needs and communicate any potential issues to staff. The Medical Assistant identifies patients’ needs, provides safe and professional care, and communicates any needs to the provider. The Assistant will have to demonstrate professionalism and tact during difficult patient situations. The Medical Assistant will :
Duties / Responsibilities :
Independently perform a comprehensive patient intake by gathering the past medical
and surgical history, documenting the current presentation, pertinent medications, and
recent imaging.
Present the patient history to the provider.
Document the patient encounter in our EMR system.
Prepare relevant diagnostic imaging to be reviewed with the provider.
Complete medication prior authorizations, including appeals and denials.
Collect urine samples for drug screening and analyze the results to assess patient
compliance.
Collect pre-and post-procedural vitals for interventional treatments such as epidural
steroid injections, radiofrequency ablations, and joint injections.
Reduce the provider workload by performing tasks and anticipating their needs essential
to efficient patient care.
Return phone calls from patients, pharmacies, and insurance companies in a timely
manner to prevent delays in patient treatment.
Respond to incoming faxes.
Maintain a pleasant and cooperative demeanor while performing all duties.
Keep an open line of communication with co-workers and providers regarding patient needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience :
Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
Medical Assistant Certification preferred, but will consider experience in lieu of certification.
Previous experience in a specialty medical office and EMR systems is preferred, but not required.
Required Skills / Abilities :
Ability to communicate effectively and clearly, both in written and oral communication.
Ability to handle high patient volumes in a professional manner.
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
Work Environment :
Work performed in an office environment.
Involves frequent contact with patients, physicians, and medical office staff.
Work may be stressful at times.
Interaction with others is frequent and often disruptive.
ECAA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or other legally protected status. This policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, as well as the use of the Company's facilities and participation in all activities sponsored by the Company.
Salary : $19 - $21
